Paris in Profile

Paris in Profile

George Edward Slocombe

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Editorial:
Tradd Street Press
Año de edición:
2026
Materia
Estudios culturales
ISBN:
9781025894249
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'Paris in Profile' offers an evocative and intimate look at the French capital during one of its most vibrant and transformative eras. Written by George Edward Slocombe, a keen observer of the city’s pulse, the work captures the essence of Paris in the late 1920s, a period defined by artistic innovation and social change. The narrative moves gracefully through the grand boulevards and the hidden side streets, providing a vivid portrait of both the aristocratic and the bohemian sides of the city.The text explores the unique character of different neighborhoods, from the creative fervor of Montparnasse to the timeless intellectual charm of the Latin Quarter. Slocombe’s observations blend historical context with contemporary flair, detailing the cafes, the personalities, and the shifting social dynamics that defined the interwar period. This work serves as an essential cultural record, preserving the sights, sounds, and spirit of a city at the height of its international influence. 'Paris in Profile' is a nostalgic yet insightful exploration of Parisian identity, perfect for readers interested in travel literature, French history, and the enduring allure of the City of Light.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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