Paris Revisited

by Culliford, Alison

• ISBN13: 9781862055179
• ISBN10: 1862055173
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-10-01
• Publisher: TRAFALGAR SQUARE

Summary

Paris, synoymous with romance, the mere mention of her name entrances. But beyond the gleaming monuments, the secret of Paris' allure lies in the tiny details: sparkling lights around the Elysees, platters of seafood borne aloft by suited waiters, elegant mannequins sporting the New Look, absinthe-fuelled nights of gay abandon. Scratch beneath the surface and you will also find a modern, vibrant city with much more to offer than the familiar touristic experience. For those who have already made made the city's acquaintance, Paris Revisited makes essential reading. Unlike traditional city guides, it offers an enticing and unusual insider's view of life in Paris and an elegant photographic exploration of her many delights.

Author Biography

Alison Culliford started her career at Conde Nast and National Magazines working on interior design titles. Since then she has been deputy editor of British Airways' Business Life magazine and has worked as a freelance travel writer. She moved to Paris in 2001 and now works for Time Out. An aficionado of Parisian lifestyle, she spends her time reviewing restaurants, films, theatre and exhibitions, and enjoying Paris' vibrant arts scene Jonathan Perugia began his career in India in 1992. Since then he has photographed in cities the world over. In 1998 he moved to Indonesia to shoot for the Associated Press. He has conducted photographic workshops and exhibitions with children in conflict in Indonesia and helped produce a book of their work as co-founder of a small NGO called A Child's Eye

Table of Contents

Preface	p. 14
Introduction	p. 16
Architecture	p. 42
Churches	p. 44
Marais Mansions	p. 46
Revolution and Rebirth	p. 48
Modern Paris	p. 50
Living and Working in Paris	p. 52
Culture	p. 80
A Night at the Opera	p. 82
Exploring the Louvre	p. 84
The Cinema	p. 86
Treasurehouses of Paris Life	p. 88
Paris and the Avant-Garde	p. 90
Retail Indulgence	p. 112
The Great Age of Shopping	p. 114
Les Bonnes Adresses	p. 116
Covered Passageways	p. 118
Brocantes and the Puces	p. 120
The Secret Ateliers of Paris	p. 122
Gastronomic Pleasures	p. 144
The Creme De la Creme	p. 146
Paris' Best Restaurants	p. 148
Brasseries and Bistros	p. 150
A Perfect Food Day	p. 152
Markets	p. 154
Cafe Life	p. 156
Seasonal Highlights	p. 178
The Collections	p. 180
Sporting Events	p. 182
Saints and Sinners	p. 184
The Circus	p. 186
The Foodie Calender	p. 188
After Dark	p. 210
Cocktails at the Ritz	p. 212
Jazz in Paris	p. 216
Hot Spots	p. 218
Cabaret	p. 220
Where to Dance	p. 222
Coming Back	p. 242
Courses for Connoisseurs	p. 244
Booklovers' Paris	p. 246
Unsung Neighbourhoods	p. 248
Paris for Lovers	p. 252
Directory	p. 266
Picture Captions	p. 280
Acknowledgements	p. 288
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