Explore the enchanting allure of Paris with 'The Only Street in Paris' by Elaine Sciolino. This captivating book invites readers on a delightful journey through the rue des Martyrs, a vibrant street where history breathes life into every corner. Sciolino, the esteemed former Paris bureau chief of The New York Times, shares her personal connection to this iconic Parisian location, highlighting its unique charm that stands out amid the homogenizing effects of globalisation. Discover the rich tapestry of daily life through vivid anecdotes of the neighborhood's beloved residents, from the Tunisian greengrocer to a couple running a century-old cheesemonger. Experience the magic of a cabaret that has celebrated diversity for over fifty years and stroll past an antiquarian bookstore bursting with stories. Let Sciolino's engaging narrative transport you to a place where the spirit of Paris thrives, igniting your desire for exploration and connection to street life that is vanishing too rapidly. 'The Only Street in Paris' is not just a book; it's an invitation to discover the heart and soul of one of the most enchanting cities in the world. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780393353402. Year: 2016. Publisher: W W Norton & Company. Pages: 320.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393353402
Year: 2016
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 320


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Elaine Sciolino, the former Paris bureau chief of The New York Times, invites us on a tour of her favourite Parisian street. "I can never be sad on the rue des Martyrs", Sciolino explains as she celebrates the area's rich history and vibrant lives. While many cities suffer from the levelling effects of globalisation, the rue des Martyrs maintains its distinct allure.


Sciolino reveals the charms and idiosyncrasies of this street and its residents”the Tunisian greengrocer, the husband-and-wife cheesemongers, the showman who's been running a transvestite cabaret for more than half a century, the owner of a 100-year-old bookstore, the woman who repairs eighteenth-century mercury barometers”making Paris come alive in all its majesty. The Only Street in Paris will make readers hungry for Paris and for the kind of street life that is all too quickly disappearing.