The Streets Of Paris
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Richard Cobb
Binding: Paperback
Published: Duckworth, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: some wear and peeling of plastic laminate on cover; tanning of spine and edges of inside pages; signs of rubbing on cover; in otherwise good condition; signed with previous owner name and note
Richard Cobb's The Streets Of Paris chronicles the vibrant and often tumultuous daily existence of the city's inhabitants, particularly during the French Revolution. This compelling work uncovers the intricate social fabric and hidden corners of Parisian life, presenting a vivid tableau of ordinary people navigating extraordinary times. Cobb's masterful prose illustrates the city's character through its diverse populace, from street vendors to revolutionaries, detailing their struggles and triumphs. The narrative offers a deeply insightful and often witty perspective on urban history, bringing to life the sounds, sights, and smells of a bygone era. It argues for a nuanced understanding of historical events through the lens of individual experience, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of French history and urban studies.
Author: Richard Cobb
Binding: Paperback
Published: Duckworth, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: some wear and peeling of plastic laminate on cover; tanning of spine and edges of inside pages; signs of rubbing on cover; in otherwise good condition; signed with previous owner name and note
Richard Cobb's The Streets Of Paris chronicles the vibrant and often tumultuous daily existence of the city's inhabitants, particularly during the French Revolution. This compelling work uncovers the intricate social fabric and hidden corners of Parisian life, presenting a vivid tableau of ordinary people navigating extraordinary times. Cobb's masterful prose illustrates the city's character through its diverse populace, from street vendors to revolutionaries, detailing their struggles and triumphs. The narrative offers a deeply insightful and often witty perspective on urban history, bringing to life the sounds, sights, and smells of a bygone era. It argues for a nuanced understanding of historical events through the lens of individual experience, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of French history and urban studies.