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Editorial Reviews
Our Paris guide will lead you through the most famous landmarks as well as the more intimate sites. The Louvre, Musee DOrsay, Malmaison, LOrangerie, Versailles and the Musee Marmottan are just a few of the many highlights. Follow the historic trails of some of the most notable French figures. Youll shadow the steps of Marie Antoinette; from celebrated Queen to the grisly guillotine. The Empire comes to life as you retrace the paths of the powerful Napoleon and his beloved Josephine. Youll be impressed as you follow the artistic trails of Monet, Degas, Renoir, Van Gogh and Manet throughout all the top museums. Our insider tips on markets, shopping, river cruises, safety and traveling around Paris are simply invaluable. Our recommended booklist offers insight into the history and culture of France. Sandra Gulland author of the Josephine B Trilogy praises You Go Girl Paris, I love the You Go Girl guide for Paris! It makes me want to be there now. Ive been to Paris countless times it is my favorite city yet this very readable guide opened my eyes to new things. Plus, the authors mentioned a number of my tried-and-true favorites. Bravo! And need I say? bon voyage.
Customer Reviews
Nothing New,
2008-07-19
by London Linda (Rockville, MD)
I purchased this book because I thought it would give some insider tips on things to do/see that would be of interest to women. Unfortunately, it is basically a generic guidebook, that doesn't say anything new. It does have good info on what to see in the museums and divides it into where things are located, but you can get this from just about any other guidebook. The book looks like it was printed from someone's home computer, there are quite a few typos and the few pictures that are included are in black and white.
I was very disappointed, and wished I had spent the money on a different book. I will not be taking this book with me when I travel to Paris.
Josephine & Napoleon Here I Come!,
2007-09-01
by Cozette (Midwest)
Planning to celebrate my 50th birthday in Paris and just found this book on the Internet (I loved their previous book regarding London). I was thrilled to see that I have read several of the books they recommend so the references were especially meaningful. I plan to start reading others on their recommendation list and then bring their guide with me when I go!
Barb and Polly are sisters and they "do Paris" on a shoestring budget which is right up my alley. They suggest many sights and experiences but always give you an idea of how much, how seedy, how "must-do" certain activities are. I like the perspective they give as two women traveling about because the trip to Paris I am planning is with two girlfriends from grade school!
I think if you are in a Book Club and are wondering what sort of theme you should have for the year... think about getting You Go Girl Paris, read several of the book recommendations and then head off en masse for a trip detailed for you by Ms. Chesley and Ms. Boline. It sounds absolutely fabulous.