A sumptuously illustrated book for travelers who want to find and keep alive the Paris beyond that which can be found in a travel guidebook. "Paris" is the first stop in "The Grand Collection," a major series of elegant travel references to Europe's great capitals, written with an engaging insider's perspective and presented in a lavish format. Each chapter in The Grand Collection's "Paris" covers a theme such as the city's early history; its architectural riches; and of course great art treasures. Each theme is developed ...
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A sumptuously illustrated book for travelers who want to find and keep alive the Paris beyond that which can be found in a travel guidebook. "Paris" is the first stop in "The Grand Collection," a major series of elegant travel references to Europe's great capitals, written with an engaging insider's perspective and presented in a lavish format. Each chapter in The Grand Collection's "Paris" covers a theme such as the city's early history; its architectural riches; and of course great art treasures. Each theme is developed in text and in lavish illustrations: discover how the Louvre ch??? teau developed into the glorious art temple it is today; unmask the layers of architecture to identify how Paris, the modern capital, resembles the city that existed during the Revolution of 1789. Enticing ideas and itineraries for walks around the city present the chance to make the most of these inspirations. Excerpts from authors who captured their Paris in prose extend the sense of the city across time. "Paris" opens the doors to the grandest city of all with comprehensive detail and personal insights from those who love it most, the Parisians. This glorious volume is the ultimate indulgence in the passionate affair with the civilization that is Paris.
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Add this copy of Paris: History, Architecture, Art, Lifestyle, in Detail to cart. $14.02, good condition, Sold by Midtown Scholar Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Harrisburg, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2004 by Flammarion.
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Add this copy of Paris: History, Architecture, Art, Lifestyle, in Detail to cart. $14.04, fair condition, Sold by Midtown Scholar Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Harrisburg, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2004 by Flammarion.
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Fair. HARDCOVER Acceptable-This is a significantly damaged book. It should be considered a reading copy only. Please order this book only if you are interested in the content and not the condition. May be ex-library. Oversized.
Add this copy of Paris: History · Architecture · Art · Lifestyle · in to cart. $32.10, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2003 by Flammarion.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover.
