Imperial Paris

Preparing to Meet the Impressionists

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June 29th 2014
I’ve been in Paris for over a week. The reason I’m here is a study tour, run by RMIT Melbourne and Open Universities Australia, called <em style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">'In the Footsteps of the Impressionists'. Starting on Monday we will spend two weeks studying the art and culture of late nineteenth century Paris. The impressionist painters are so well-regarded now that it is eas ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

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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