The Stones of Paris in History and Letters, Volume 2 (of 2) by Martin and Martin
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"The Stones of Paris in History and Letters, Volume 2" by Martin and Martin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the rich cultural and intellectual heritage of Paris, exploring its development through various notable figures of literature and politics, including Honoré de Balzac, Alexandre Dumas, and Victor Hugo. It illustrates how these personalities contributed to shaping Paris as a center of art and thought,
creating a vivid tapestry of the city's history. The opening portion of the volume introduces the evolution of the Scholars' Quarter in Paris, highlighting its significance as a hub for intellectual activities. The authors discuss prominent figures, such as Alexis de Tocqueville, François Guizot, and Alphonse de Lamartine, detailing their contributions and residences throughout the 19th century. The narrative establishes a sense of time and place, painting a picture of the vibrant life in Paris during this period, complete with the struggles and ambitions of its leading intellectuals, as well as the impact of historical events on their lives and works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Martin, Benjamin Ellis, 1839-1909 |
|---|---|
| Author | Martin, Charlotte M. |
| Title | The Stones of Paris in History and Letters, Volume 2 (of 2) |
| Contents | The Southern Bank in the nineteenth century -- The Paris of Honoré de Balzac -- The Paris of Alexandre Dumas -- The Paris of Victor Hugo -- The making of the Marais -- The women of the Marais. |
| Credits |
Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- Intellectual life |
| Subject | Molière, 1622-1673 -- Homes and haunts -- France -- Paris |
| Subject | Authors, French -- Homes and haunts -- France -- Paris |
| Subject | Literary landmarks -- France -- Paris |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42367 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42367-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 770 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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