Old and New Paris: Its History, Its People, and Its Places, v. 2 by Edwards
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"Old and New Paris: Its History, Its People, and Its Places, v. 2" by H. Sutherland Edwards is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the character and culture of Paris, exploring various social types, professions, and the intricacies of daily life in the city. The focus on unique social figures such as street vendors and domestic characters paints a rich tapestry of the urban experience
during this period. At the start of the work, the author introduces several street characters, highlighting the roles and nuances of various professions in Paris, such as the cocher (cab driver), public writer, flower girl, and oyster-woman. Each character is examined through engaging anecdotes that reveal their significance and the charm of Parisian life. The descriptions not only illustrate their professional lives but also offer insights into the social hierarchies and interactions prevalent in Paris at the time, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the city's vibrant culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Edwards, H. Sutherland (Henry Sutherland), 1828-1906 |
|---|---|
| Title | Old and New Paris: Its History, Its People, and Its Places, v. 2 |
| Alternate Title | Paris old & new, v. 2 |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.8 (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) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Paris (France) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42647 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-42647-1 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1042 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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