Paris, the city of light, has fascinated the humans for a long time. Many books were written about Paris, the people there, immigrants and many more. On this page we elected some booksof which we think that you like them. They all talk about Paris.
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Josephine Baker and La Revue Negre : Paul Colin's Lithographs of Le Tumulte Noir in Paris, 1927  by Paul Colin (Illustrator), Karen C.C. Dalton, Henry Louis Gates The French fascination with American jazz musicians and dancers was at its peak in the 1920s. These 45 lithographs include Josephine Baker in her famous banana skirt, and many more images that capture the joie de vivre of that era. Josephine Baker, the Jazz Age, African-American performers in 1920s Paris--all are captured in this great portfolio of 45 lithographs. As a jazz amateur you will love it! Paperback - 64 pages (October 1998)  Buy now!         Americans in Paris, 1900-1930 by William G. Bailey (Compiler) In smooth prose Bailey gives insight into the phenomenon of American visits to Paris: he talks about the historical background, the expatriation question, tourism and americanization of Paris. Writers, painters, sculptors, photographers, musicians and other Paris Americans are the ones acting in this book. Hardcover (June 1989) Greenwood Publishing Group Buy now!

 

Paris Noir : African Americans in the City of Light  by Tyler Stovall A lot of black Americans went to in World War I as part of the U.S. armed forces and discovered a country without any racism. This book covers famous figures like Richard Wright, Josephine Baker, jazz musicians like Sidney Bechet and others who found new lives in Paris, the fascinating city of light.  Paperback - 358 pages Reprint edition (May 1998)  Buy now!

 

An American in Paris (1951) Starring: Gene Kelly, Leslie Caron, Nina Foch et al. Director: Vincente Minnelli Who does not know this wonderful film about an American in Paris? With great music it shows the life of a poor artist (Gene Kelly – in a wonderful dancing role) who has to decide between two women. A bad situation …!  Accompanied by the music of G. Gershwin. A viewer: There is no way to describe the feelings of warmth and happiness whenever I watch one of Gene Kelly's movies. He was without a doubt the #1 dancer of his time.  Buy now!     An American In Paris: SOUNDTRACK And here is the music to the film! George Gershwins music makes you swing. These two CDs come together with historical notes and some outtakes.  A listener:  In my opinion, 's wonderful! This is the original 1950-51 recording with great pictures and information. This CD includes all the music from the movie, as well as many outtakes and variations. If you liked the movie (and even if you didn't), you'll love this! Audio CD (July 16, 1996) Buy now!

 

Walks in Hemingway's Paris : A Guide to Paris for the Literary Traveler by Noel Riley Fitch A literal guide of Hemingway`s experiences and walking tours in Paris. A lot of photos and maps wake up the interest to do the same and stroll along the Seine riverside. A reader: Although a few details date the book, it holds up today! These walks were tried/previewed by many classes of students at the American University of Paris. Buy the book and come to Paris! Paperback (April 1992)  Buy now!

 

Murder in the Marais by Cara Black Needing something for your nerves? So, come and read this exciting thriller of this young writer. A new mystery series set in Paris introduces intrepid detective Aime Leduc.  It is November 1993 and the French prime ministerial candidate is about to sign a treaty with Germany that will severely restrict immigration, reminiscent of the Vichy laws. Aime Leduc is approached by a rabbi to decipher a fifty-year-old encrypted photograph and place it in the hands of Lili Stein. When she arrives at Lili's apartment in the Marais, the old Jewish quarter of Paris, she finds a corpse in whose forehead... A reader:  My favorite read of 1999! Murder in the Marais took me to Paris: the smells, the sounds and the food evoked a wonderful atmosphere. And at the end I shook my head and said why didn't I figure that out. Fast paced and with intriguing characters. When is the next in the Aimée Leduc investigation? I can't wait to read more Hardcover - 368 pages (July 1999) Buy now!