The Story of Rouen

Delving into the winding lanes and ancient walls of a French river city, this narrative invites listeners to experience a place where stone and story intertwine. The author treats each building—whether a medieval cathedral, a bustling market hall, or a quiet timber‑framed house—as a chapter in the town’s long life, letting the architecture speak of the everyday people who shaped it over centuries.

Drawing on centuries‑old records, personal observations, and the generosity of local scholars, the tale balances scholarly detail with the warmth of a travelled companion. It offers a gentle guide for the curious wanderer and a comforting hearth‑side history for those who prefer to explore from their armchair. Listeners will come away with a vivid sense of how a city’s character forms, layer by layer, long before modern suburbs blur its distinctive face.