Discover Paris through a lively, insider’s eye—where art, signs, and street life meet history and humor.
In Imperial Paris: Including New Scenes for Old Visitors, travel editor W. Blanchard Jerrold offers fresh, original chapters alongside familiar essays from Household Words. The book paints a vivid portrait of a city full of color, movement, and social contrast—from bustling markets and decorative shopfronts to crowd-pleasing street performances near the Louvre.
Readers will be led along lively streets and into intimate scenes—like the way Parisian tradesmen blend art with everyday life, or how the old guard and street artists capture the city’s mood. The collection balances brisk observations with storytelling, offering a window into Parisian life that’s practical, entertaining, and historically rooted.
- Behind-the-scenes looks at Parisian signs, shops, and street entertainers.
- Vivid vignettes of public life, from markets to promenades near cultural landmarks.
- Character sketches of performers, artisans, and ordinary people who shape the city’s mood.
- Juxtaposed views of Paris and London, exploring how each capital reflects its era.
Ideal for readers curious about 19th-century Paris, travel enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys entertaining, accessible cultural history.