The Book Lover's Guide to Paris [Paperback]

A must-have for every fan of literature and Paris. The Book Lover's Guide to Paris is an extensive and informative travel companion, shedding new light on an ever-popular subject and spanning three centuries of the city's unique literary history, from Victor Hugo's Paris to the Lost Generation literati and present-day works such as Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code. Including unique, full-color photographs to reveal the settings readers have imagined in their favourite books, as well as insights into to lives, literature, haunts and homes of some of the world's best writers. This guide will enable book lovers to explore the abundance of literary history Paris has to offer, as well as making the most of the city itself.A fully illustrated tour of the City of Lights literary high points, including famous landmarks, off the beaten path hangouts, and more!Unseen, full-color photographsDetailed information on all aspects of each writer's life, from locations in their novels to their homes, habits and favourite eateries.Interesting insights into the literary traditions passed down through fans of the writers as well as little-known facts about the locations.organized clearly and concisely in timeline order to ensure a literary journey through each centuryTravel advice including must-see spots, addresses and local tips on how to get around, as well as information on the best libraries, bookshops and literary hotelsGB