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American-in-Paris chef Julia Child said that: "I am half-French and that is all there is to it." From Marie Antoinette and Claude Monet to contemporary authors, artists, fashion designers, philosophers, and others, De Tessan, a Portland, Oregon-based travel guide writer, presents profiles of notable figures who were shaped by Paris and made their mark on the city, in tandem with walks in their footsteps. The book includes maps, images, and quotes. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Take a stroll through Édith Piaf's Belleville, dine at Napoléon's favorite restaurant, and explore the late-night haunts of Ernest Hemingway, Josephine Baker, and Pablo Picasso. From the author of the best-selling City Walks: Paris deck, this lively collection of walking adventures follows in the footsteps of more than 25 of the city's iconic former residents. Throughout, Paris is seen from the intimate vantage point of those who loved it best, from the bars where authors penned classic works to the markets and patisseries where food lovers indulged. Including photos and full-color maps throughout, each walk in this book guides visitors and locals through the city that inspired some of the world's most famous artists, writers, chefs, musicians, politicians, and more.
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