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Georges, a homeless man, sits alone on a shaded bench, overcome by despair. A war has not only shattered his life but also transformed his city. His mind drifts back to the young painters he spent time with – those lost in battle or now enjoying fame – and to the woman he once loved. When his old friend Jacques finds him in the park, the two take a stroll through the ever-changing streets. Tomorrow, Paris will celebrate its liberation. Georges and Jacques go in search of a quiet spot to escape the crowds.
Charlotte Dematons, a multi-award winning illustrator, follows their route using highlights of French Impressionism. Find the yellow balloon, the small black cat and the hot air balloon in this book full of interesting facts about 19th-century Paris.
