Candles in fireplace

Living in Paris 5

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January 21st 2010
Living in Paris 2009-10 No.5 New Year’s Day and a deep silence pervades in rue de la Corderie. Most of the shutters and blinds opposite remained closed until well past midday. It is grey and cold and attempting to snow. Last night (known here as the Réveillon de St Silvestre) we took Mark’s daughters, who are staying with us, down to the Seine after dinner. Notre Dame was wonderfully ill ... read more

Europe » France » Paris

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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