Paris in stride : an insider's walking guide
Moroz, Sarah2018
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Finally, the 'must-do, must-visit, must-see' travel list given to you by the Parisian friend you've been longing to have. Charmingly illustrated throughout, this practical guide will transport readers to the delightful sites and discoveries of Paris. Vibrant watercolors illustrate destinations including architectural marvels, gardens, historical highlights, cultural hubs, markets, food and wine favorites, and lots of little "je ne sais quoi's" that make Paris so magical. Cultural musings, accessible histories, anecdotes, and informative details accompany the illustrations throughout, making this volume truly as practical as it is beautiful. The book features seven specially curated daylong walking tours. Winsome watercolor maps of the "promenades" with colorful icons of suggested sites guide readers through the romantic, winding Parisian streets, passing cafés, historical sights, small galleries, outdoor markets, and the kind of authentic and timeless places that one hopes to find when imagining the city. The careful artistry, insider's musings, and approachable readability - both visually and texturally - in this book will delight and inspire tourists and armchair travelers alike.
Main title:
Paris in stride : an insider's walking guide / text by Sarah Moroz ; illustrated by Jessie Kanelos Weiner.
Imprint:
New York : Rizzoli, 2018.
Collation:
170 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm.
Notes:
Includes index.
Contents:
The Latin Quarter & Île de la Cité (4th & 5th arrondissements) -- Le Marais (3rd & 4th arrondissements) -- Centre (1st arrondissement) -- Belleville & Buttes-Chaumont (19th & 20th arrondissements) -- Canal Saint-Matrin (10th & 19th arrondissements) -- Rue de Charonne & Place d'Aligre (11th arrondissement) -- Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th & 14th arrondissements) -- Champs de Mars (7th arrondissement) -- Museum hub (16th arrondissement) -- Montmarte (9th & 18th arrondissements).
ISBN:
9780847861255
Dewey class:
796.51094436914.436
Language:
English
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BRN:
337652
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumaris Library | Adult Non Fiction - Countries | 914.436 MOR | Available |