Blowing his trumpet

Paris Qui J'aime

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September 15th 2007
When I was sixteen, all I wanted was to study at the Sorbonne, and Austin Bourke, a very kind friend of our family gave me a book called Paris Qui J'aime. Well thirteen years later, and not enough points in the leaving certificate later, I got to show Paris to Alan, who had never been here before. In his words, '...fascinating, beguiling...'. We had a most fantastic few days staying in Montma ... read more

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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