How Paris Became Paris; The Invention of the Modern City.

City planning has been a practiced art for centuries. How Paris Became Paris [2014] by Joan DeJean presents a fascinating story of transformation; a story so detailed and engaging that the workings of the invention process can be readily seen. The reigns of Henry IV, Louis XIII and Louis XIV from 1589 to 1715 combined for a century and a quarter of consistent thought focused on creating a great city. Their work still shines and Ms. DeJean provides a beautifully written description of the times and the process.

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