At the Fortress of Louisbourg on Cape Breton Island, the 18th century
comes alive. Park historians and interpreters have recreated the sights,
sounds and sensations of life in a French military town in the year
1744.
Author and historian Susan Young de Biagi relates the fascinating story
of Louisbourg's birth, growth and eventual destruction. Her vivid
descriptions of people, culture, fashions, food and politics provide a
rich context for the story of Louisbourg's battle for supremacy in North
America.
This new edition offers completely new full-colour photographs of the
site and its characters along with a description of the ambitious
restoration process that made Louisbourg one of the world's greatest
outdoor museums; and a guide to nature walks and activities in the area
around the fortress.
Louisbourg is both a compelling history and a comprehensive guide to the
unique and powerful experience of Louisbourg. This new edition, offered
in both French and English, is completely redesigned with new
photography and a detailed map.