TY - BOOK AU - Bennett,Arnold AU - Rickards,Edwin Alfred TI - Paris Nights, and Other Impressions of Places and People AV - D PY - 2017/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Europe -- Description and travel N1 - Release date is 2017-07-15; Paris nights (1910) -- Life in London (1911) -- Italy (1910) -- The Riviera (1907) -- Fontainebleau (1904-1909) -- Switzerland (1909-1911) -- England again (1907) -- The Midlands (1910-1911) -- The British home (1908) -- Streets, roads, and trains (1907-1909); Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Paris Nights and Other Impressions of Places and People" by Arnold Bennett is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work captures the essence of Paris, recounting the author's experiences and observations of its distinctive architecture, culture, and social interactions through vivid and insightful narratives. The opening of the collection introduces a scene where the author reflects on his first invitation to a Parisian gathering, filled with the allure of music and the charm of women. He describes the intimate setting, noting the contrast of perceptions between Paris and London, and the unique essence of the Parisians gathered—their artistic discussions, candid interactions, and emotional expressions. Bennett's keen observations create a rich tapestry of Parisian life, illustrating the romantic and sometimes absurd dynamics of its social elite, emphasizing their candor and the spirited nature of their conversations. This beginning sets the stage for an exploration of various facets of Parisian culture that promises to engage readers with a mix of humor, irony, and appreciation for the city's complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55116 ER -