This passionate and exquisitely detailed tour of six magnificent cathedrals in and around Paris promises thrills and enlightenment for anyone with an interest in history, architecture, art, and/or France. Each chapter focuses on one cathedral—Saint-Denis, Notre-Dame, Chartres, Sainte-Chapelle, Amiens, or Reims—and takes the reader on a remarkable journey through space and time. French scholar R. Howard Bloch expertly animates the paintings, sculptures, stained glass windows, shrines, hidden burial grounds, secret chambers, and architectural details with vivid descriptions (and black-and-white photos), and shares tales of historical intrigue and engaging everyday anecdotes. Prepare for a deeply meaningful trip to France, or just take an armchair masterclass in the French High Middle Ages, with this riveting guide.