Nooks & Corners of Old Paris by Georges Cain
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| Author | Cain, Georges, 1856-1919 |
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| Translator | Lawton, Frederick |
| LoC No. | 07037532 |
| Title | Nooks & Corners of Old Paris |
| Alternate Title | Nooks and Corners of Old Paris |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Preface -- Introduction -- The Old City -- The Isle of Saint-Louis -- The left bank of the Seine -- The right bank of the river. |
| Credits |
Produced by Annie R. McGuire. This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Internet Archive. |
| Summary | "Nooks & Corners of Old Paris" by Georges Cain is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work captures the essence and transformation of Paris through reflections on its streets, buildings, and changes in society as experienced by the author, who served as the curator of the Carnavalet Museum. With over a hundred illustrations, it aims to evoke nostalgia for old Paris while depicting the charm of its lesser-known nooks and corners. The opening of this exploration sets the scene with vivid descriptions of Parisian life, recalling the character of the city in times gone by. The author reflects on personal memories and observations of the bustling streets, narrow alleys, and the vibrant atmosphere that once defined old Paris. It portrays a city rich with history, filled with gardens and quiet corners that have largely been lost to modernization. Cain presents the charm and the chaotic beauty of a Paris that catered to the needs and customs of its residents, all while lamenting the rapid transformation that has changed its face forever. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40306 |
| Release Date | Jul 23, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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