Literary Paris: A Photographic Tour

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Historic bookshops. Grand libraries. Hidden cafs. Literary Pariscelebrates the bookish delights of Paris in a stunningphotographic tour by Paris in Colourauthor Nichole Robertson. Turning her lens onto spots throughout the city both legendary and little-known, Robertson highlights quiet moments that every book-lover savors-inviting caf scenes, comfy chairs, enticing book nooks-and the weathered charm of places steeped in centuries of literary history. Quotes by great writers-think Balzac, Colette-are interspersed throughout, and an index of locations featured and a timeline are also included. This immersive homage to the literary culture of the City of Light will transport and inspire bibliophiles and Francophiles alike.

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"This gorgeous photographic tour celebrates the bookish delights of Paris, including historic bookshops, grand libraries, hidden cafs and literary landmarks, with quotes by the likes of Balzac and Colette interspersed throughout." -- The Bookseller

Author Bio

Nichole Robertson (@nicholerobertson) is the author of Paris in Colour, Paris in Love, and New York in Colourand is the cofounder of Obvious State (@obviousstate), a New York City-based literary brand. Her work has been featured by Real Simple, CNN Travel, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times,and INSTYLE magazine.