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100 1 _aMacdonald, John Frederick,
_d-1915
245 1 4 _aThe Amazing City
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2020-10-21
508 _aE-text prepared by MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
520 _a"The Amazing City" by John Frederick Macdonald is a collection of essays and sketches exploring Parisian life written in the early 20th century. The work vividly captures the vibrant, sometimes chaotic essence of Paris, focusing on both its joyous moments and the more desolate corners of society. Macdonald seeks to portray the daily experiences of Parisians, transcending mere description to offer an interpretative glimpse into the spirit of the city and its inhabitants. The beginning of the book introduces readers to the lively street scenes of Paris, highlighting various characters and events in daily life. It paints a vivid picture of a ragged old man collecting cigarette ends, street singers performing to enthusiastic audiences, and children playing dramatic roles in spontaneous performances. Through these snapshots, Macdonald reflects on the vibrancy of urban existence, where moments of joy and carefree spirit coexist with elements of poverty and neglect. This opening sets the tone for the rest of the book, suggesting a deep appreciation for the layered life of the city, with its richness and complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aParis (France) -- Social life and customs
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63522
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