02357cam a22003373u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000290011324500240014226400510016630000470021733600260026433700260029033800360031650000310035250801670038352012230055053400450177365300450181865300300186370000350189370000310192885600430195999900170200245336UtSlPG20260610134036.0mcr n260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDC1 aOkey, Thomas,d1852-193510aParis and Its Story 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2014  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2014-04-06  aProduced 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)  a"Paris and Its Story" by T. Okey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the rich and complex history of Paris, focusing on its evolution from a Gallic settlement to the vibrant metropolis it is today. The narrative combines both factual history and the romantic legends that shape the city's identity, making it particularly appealing for readers interested in the cultural and historical significance of Paris.  The opening of the book sets the tone by reflecting on the author’s admiration for Paris, establishing the city as a symbol of cultural significance and enduring spirit through centuries of struggle and triumph. Okey introduces the city's early beginnings as Lutetia, highlighting its geographical advantages that made it a center for trade and military importance. The narrative emphasizes the transformation Paris underwent under various rulers, starting from the Roman occupation and continuing through the medieval period, illustrating not only its resilience through invasions and internal conflicts but also its rich cultural tapestry woven through art, literature, and the continuous evolution of its society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aParis (France) -- Description and travel  aParis (France) -- History1 aKimball, Katharine,d1866-19491 aWard, O. F. M.,d1868-195540uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45336  c86175d86175