Paris from the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 1   By: William Walton (1843-1915)

Paris from the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 1 by William Walton is a comprehensive and informative exploration of the history of Paris. Walton's writing is engaging and well-researched, providing readers with a detailed look at the city's origins and development over the centuries.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including the city's architecture, culture, and political history. Walton's attention to detail and thorough analysis make this volume a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about Paris.

One of the strengths of the book is Walton's ability to bring the city to life through vivid descriptions and rich historical anecdotes. Readers will feel as though they are walking through the streets of Paris, experiencing the city's evolution firsthand.

Overall, Paris from the Earliest Period to the Present Day; Volume 1 is a must-read for anyone with an interest in Parisian history. Walton's passion for the subject is evident on every page, making this book an engaging and enlightening read from start to finish.

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If the capital of the French nation, situated on the river Seine, were simply the most beautiful, the wittiest, wickedest, and most artistic of towns, if as has been so often asserted (and not exclusively by the citizens thereof) the most commonplace and the most brilliant of human manifestations alike take on new qualities, texture, and interest the moment they become Parisien, then, indeed, would this city be entitled to be considered only with that mild offence which is the proper intellectual attitude before all so claimed earthly superlatives. But Paris is by no means to be so disposed of... Continue reading book >>