02239cam a22003253u 4500 42647 UtSlPG 20260610133957.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Edwards, H. Sutherland (Henry Sutherland), 1828-1906 Old and New Paris: Its History, Its People, and Its Places, v. 2 Paris old & new, v. 2 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-05-05 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) "Old and New Paris: Its History, Its People, and Its Places, v. 2" by H. Sutherland Edwards is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the character and culture of Paris, exploring various social types, professions, and the intricacies of daily life in the city. The focus on unique social figures such as street vendors and domestic characters paints a rich tapestry of the urban experience during this period. At the start of the work, the author introduces several street characters, highlighting the roles and nuances of various professions in Paris, such as the cocher (cab driver), public writer, flower girl, and oyster-woman. Each character is examined through engaging anecdotes that reveal their significance and the charm of Parisian life. The descriptions not only illustrate their professional lives but also offer insights into the social hierarchies and interactions prevalent in Paris at the time, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the city's vibrant culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Paris (France) -- Description and travel Paris (France) -- History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42647 83486 83486