9780265098103 - Almanach Des 25, 000 Adresses De Paris, Vol 3 by Unknown Author (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This historical study of Paris throughout the centuries offers a unique insight into the physical evolution of the city, from ancient Roman city to international metropolis. The author takes us on a historical voyage, from the city's humble beginnings as a Celtic village, through its transformation under Roman rule, plunder by Vikings, medieval construction, and the grandeur of the old regime, to arrive at the modern Parisian cityscape. Important streets, squares, markets, and waterways are discussed in detail along with Parisian history's most prominent figures, from kings to revolutionaries. The book concludes by exploring the impact of the 19th century's radical urban restructuring, the total reconstruction wrought by the Baron Haussmann, and the city's development into a world capital. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.