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Le Paris d'Haussmann
City Lit
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In these 3 sessions, we will look at why Haussmann and Napoléon III decided to transform Paris, how they did it and with which result.
Imaginez une ville en pleine expansion au XIXème, capitale mondiale dont les rues étroites, insalubres, sans aucune structure sanitaire n’ont pas changé depuis des siècles. Arrive Hausmann qui démolit, élargit et reconstruit pour nous donner le Paris que nous connaissons et aimons tant. Cet atelier va vous permettre de comprendre les raisons, le processus et les conséquences de ce phénomène dans un contexte historique particulier.
You should have an advanced level of French (Citylit French 4 or 5 level / B2 onwards), as the class will be delivered in French.
Some additional documents will be available in English. You do not need to be an accomplished historian to enjoy the course.
Active participation is expected.
- speak about the birth of the modern Paris
- understand the importance of planning, architecture and perspective
- analyse a new “ art de vivre”.
This is a lecture, and is therefore tutor-led. You will also learn by looking at plans and pictures of Paris, watching some movies ‘extracts.
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Requirements
Some additional documents will be available in English. You do not need to be an accomplished historian to enjoy the course.
Active participation is expected.
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