This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. For the last 300 years, French culture has influenced the world from politics and art to fashion and cuisine. This book celebrates these and other important cultural aspects of France including religion, festivals, science, language, and literature. The topics include: religion and worship; colourful festivals; French fashion, art, and architecture; scientists, and inventors; theatre, language, and literature; and, Roland and Oliver - a French folk tale.