Paris Delineated is a charming guide to the city of Paris in the late 18th century. Written by Louis-Sébastien Mercier, a French playwright and writer, the book provides a detailed description of the city's most important landmarks and attractions. Mercier's book is a fascinating look at the history of Paris and an essential resource for anyone interested in French culture and history.
This reprint offers an unchanged version of a 1795 work that delves into the interplay between politics and history. The text provides insights into the political landscape of its time, reflecting on significant events and figures. Through its historical lens, it examines the evolution of political thought and governance, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the foundations of modern political theory. The translation from French ensures that the original nuances and context are preserved for contemporary readers.
Culturally significant, this work is a reproduction of an original artifact, preserving its authenticity with original copyright references and library stamps. It serves as an important piece of civilization's knowledge base, reflecting the scholarly value attributed to it. The preservation of these elements highlights its historical context and relevance in understanding past civilizations.
Culturally significant, this reproduction preserves the integrity of the original artifact, maintaining copyright references and library stamps that reflect its historical importance. Scholars recognize it as a vital piece of civilization's knowledge base, offering insights into the past while ensuring authenticity in its presentation.
This text offers an introduction to Louis-Sebastien Mercier's book Le Tableau de Paris, a portrait of life in Paris on the eve of the French Revolution, describing the interactions of workers, street peddlers, prostitutes, police spies, actresses, noblemen, parish priests, servants and criminals.