
Part of the This is series
Explore Paris through vivid illustrations capturing its iconic sights and vibrant life.
Journey through Paris with a renowned Czech painter's vivid illustrations. Discover iconic landmarks, bustling cafes, and the vibrant life of artists and locals. From the Seine's banks to the Eiffel Tower's heights, experience the city's timeless charm and elegance. What secrets and stories will you uncover in the heart of Paris?
With the same wit and perception that distinguished his charming books on London, New York, and San Francisco, here this famous Czech painter presents his impressions of Paris in This Is Paris, first published in 1959 and now updated for the 21st century. We see its famous buildings, its beautiful gardens, the museums, the sidewalk cafes, and the people who live there – artists, the concierges, the flower girls, and even the thousands of cats. Take a tour along the banks of the Seine, or through the galleries of the Louvre, or to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Elegant, vivid pictures of one of the most beautiful cities in the world, This is Paris!
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