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Caen démoli: Recueil de notices sur des monuments détruits ou défigurés, et sur l'ancien port de Caen

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A collection of concise historical notices documenting Caen's lost or altered monuments and the city's former port. Each entry reconstructs the origin, architectural features, modifications, and circumstances of demolition or defacement for civic buildings, churches, abbeys, gates, and port works, often citing older chronicles or archival seals. The volume pairs text with five engravings based on watercolours and unpublished drawings, and gathers footnotes and errata compiled by the editor. Overall it blends antiquarian description, documentary quotations, and archaeological interest to trace how urban change and conflict reshaped local heritage.

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Gaston Lavalley

Gaston Lavalley was a French author known for his contributions to the preservation of local history and culture. His notable works include "Caen démoli: Recueil de notices sur des monuments détruits ou défigurés, et sur l'ancien port de Caen," which documents the destruction and alteration of historical monuments in Caen, and "Légendes Normandes," a collection of regional legends that reflect the rich folklore of Normandy. Through his writing, Lavalley aimed to raise awareness about the importance of cultural heritage and the stories that shape local identity.

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