The Real Latin Quarter by F. Berkeley Smith
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"The Real Latin Quarter" by F. Berkeley Smith is a vivid exploration of Paris's bohemian district, written in the early 20th century. This work combines travel writing with memoir-like narratives, capturing the lively streets, colorful characters, and unique spirit of the Quartier Latin, which was known for its artistic and intellectual vitality. Through rich descriptions, Smith likely invites readers to experience the pulse of this culturally significant area through the eyes of
its inhabitants. The beginning of the book introduces readers to the bustling Rue Vaugirard, setting the stage for a personal narrative filled with everyday encounters in the Quartier Latin. The author observes and shares moments from his own life, such as shopping at local markets and enjoying small cafés. His keen eye captures the distinctive atmosphere of the area—all its noise, vibrancy, and camaraderie among the artists, students, and everyday Parisians who populate its streets. The opening portion establishes a colorful and intimate portrayal of life in the Latin Quarter, enticing readers to delve deeper into the stories and characters that emerge throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, F. Berkeley (Frank Berkeley), 1869-1931 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Smith, F. Berkeley (Frank Berkeley), 1869-1931 |
| Illustrator | Smith, Francis Hopkinson, 1838-1915 |
| LoC No. | 01026324 |
| Title | The Real Latin Quarter |
| Credits |
Produced by René Anderson Benitz, Suzanne Shell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Quartier latin (Paris, France) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 30981 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-30981-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 16, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 543 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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