The Story of Paris

A narrative history of Paris, tracing the city's growth from its origins through the centuries of its splendour.

At a glance A richly told portrait of the streets, monuments, and events that shaped one of the… Every great city carries its history in its streets, and few cities have a story as long… The Story of Paris sets out to trace that story from its beginnings through the ages of… What it's about The book follows the growth of Paris across the centuries, weaving…

The book follows the growth of Paris across the centuries, weaving together the buildings, quarters, and events that gave the city its character.