Le livre commode des adresses de Paris pour 1692, tome 1/2 by Monsieur de Blégny
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Blégny, Monsieur de (Nicolas), 1652-1722
French
"Le livre commode des adresses de Paris pour 1692, tome 1/2" by Monsieur de Blégny is a historical guidebook written in the late 19th century. The work serves as a compendium of addresses within Paris, providing essential information for locals and travelers alike. Its purpose appears to be to facilitate navigation and access to various services, h...
author discusses the longstanding tradition of providing guides in great cities, referencing historical precedents from ancient times up to the Middle Ages. The introduction emphasizes the role of guides, known as "proxenetae", in assisting visitors by directing them to important sites and individuals. The author positions the book within a lineage of evolving assistive literature, hinting at his intention to create a modern resource for the bustling urban environment of 17th-century Paris that remains relevant in the face of increasing complexity in societal interactions and commerce. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Karen Thomas
2 months agoReading this felt refreshing because the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Betty Young
1 month agoOnce I started reading, the atmosphere created by the descriptive language is totally immersive. A solid resource I will return to often.
Jackson Green
1 month agoThis is one of those books where the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
Anthony Miller
5 months agoAfter looking for this everywhere, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. An excellent read overall.
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Mary Moore
4 months agoI was skeptical at first, but the presentation of ideas feels natural and engaging. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.