Quiet Corners of Paris | 
 enlarge | Author: Jean-christophe Napias
Creators: Christophe Lefebure, David Downie
Publisher: Little Bookroom
Category: Book
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Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 3157
Media: Hardcover
Edition: Tra
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 176
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 6.1 x 6.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 1892145502
Dewey Decimal Number: 914.43610484
EAN: 9781892145505
ASIN: 1892145502
Publication Date: October 23, 2007
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Product Description
More than eighty of the loveliest, most tranquil, and sometimes hidden places in Paris are celebrated in this charming guidebook
Quiet Corners of Paris is a beautifully illustrated peek into eighty-one often overlooked, always beautiful, locales: hidden villas, winding lanes, little-known 19th-century passages, serene gardens, and cobblestone courtyards. Some of the places have breathtaking views, others are filled with historic and architectural details, from stone archways, garden follies, boxwood mazes, ornamental statuary, stained glass, and Renaissance fountains. Follow a stone path under a trellis of blossoms or wander through a gate to discoverE
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Not your usual Paris sights June 30, 2008
A friend gave us this book before we left for a month's visit to Paris. We had been there, done that three times before, so we welcomed a guide to the kinds of places we had overlooked on previous visits. This book accomplished that. We visited more than half of the places and enjoyed almost all of them immensely.
Charming! June 2, 2008
This book is wonderful. Not only can one locate unusual spots to explore and soak up atmosphere; it is a treasure trove of historical and cultural minutia which add greatly to your enjoyment of these out-of-the-way finds. This is like having a Parisian friend who loves history and an entire library of reference books rolled into one. Kudos!
Quiet Corners is Like Taking a Quick Trip to Paris March 28, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought this book based on previous reviews. It is a wonderful little book with lovely photographs. I plan to use it to plan my next trip to Paris. The fact that all of the places mentioned are free to the public , is an added plus for travelers.
Some Paris gems February 23, 2008
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
This is a sweet little book. I wish I'd had it when I lived in Paris. It reveals many wonderful quiet spots, places for picnics and contemplation, and peace in that busy city. As a tourist to Paris, you probably won't value it as much--you'll want to be out in the busy, soaking it all up. But for anyone who lives in Paris, or is going to spend a long time there, I'd recommend it. And for those of us who just like to read about Paris, in between visits, it's a great book, well written and warm.
great little book January 12, 2008
18 out of 19 found this review helpful
I've been to Paris countless times and never knew about many of the hidden corners and little parks that are featured in this book. I can't wait to return to explore them. I loved this little book.
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