Covering nearly two thousand years of French history in a single volume, this classic work tells history as a story, bringing the past to life through anecdotes, vivid characters, and dramatic battle narratives. Written for younger readers but enjoyed by adults as well, it combines engaging storytelling with striking portraits of kings, queens, saints, soldiers, and revolutionaries who shaped the history of France.

This new edition comes with an Easy-to-Read Layout designed to make reading comfortable.