This Picture Didn't Quite Come Out Right
It looks like I was photographing the slums of Livarot, but I actually wanted to get a shot of the faded sign that had been painted on the brick wall. Throughout our trip in some of the most out-of-the-way places we had been through, these old ads still remained on some of the oldest buildings. I suppose most date from the 40's and 50's. I think some enterprising young art school student should go around restoring them and making a lot of money in the process.
Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more 
