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Paris in Ruins: Love, War, and the Birth of Impressionism
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384
Book • Nonfiction
Paris, France • 1870s
2024
Adult
18+ years
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Paris in Ruins by Sebastian Smee explores the artistic and cultural resilience of Paris during times of upheaval. Smee examines the city's transformation through its art and artists, highlighting personal and collective narratives that arose amid destruction and change, ultimately showcasing how creativity persisted in the face of adversity.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
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Who Should Read Paris in Ruins?
A reader who enjoys Paris in Ruins by Sebastian Smee likely appreciates art history, Parisian culture, and dramatic narratives akin to The Hare with Amber Eyes by Edmund de Waal and The Judgment of Paris by Ross King, blending cultural insights with historical events.
384
Book • Nonfiction
Paris, France • 1870s
2024
Adult
18+ years
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