Paris as Seen and Described by Famous Writers

This book offers a fascinating tour of Paris through the eyes of some of the most celebrated writers of the 19th and 20th centuries. Singleton has compiled a diverse and engaging selection of essays, memoirs, and other literary works that evoke the sights, sounds, smells, and emotions of the City of Light. From Victor Hugo to Ernest Hemingway, from Marcel Proust to James Joyce, the book offers a rich and rewarding glimpse into the cultural and intellectual history of Paris.