FOREWORD.

can gain from the Work I present today, is a quite curious knowledge of several neighborhoods of Paris, as they were more than 300 years ago. This will be found in the details of various places where Flamel's properties were situated. Various legal titles original: "titres." In this context, these are deeds or documents proving ownership of property. which form the supporting evidence original: "pieces justificatives." A common term in historical writing for primary sources or official records appended to a text to prove the author's assertions., printed in their entirety, will shed much light on this subject. One will also see there the customs and habits original: "mœurs & les usages." This refers to the social behaviors and daily traditions of the late 14th century. of the time in which Flamel lived. If some specific facts are presented with a certain length, I flatter myself that they will not displease everyone: there are scholars and curious individuals who know how to amuse themselves usefully and agreeably with what might appear dull to a certain number of Readers.