Of Love and Paris

"Of Love and Paris" is a captivating nonfiction book that explores the multifaceted relationship between the city of Paris and love. Written by John Baxter, the work illuminates the various expressions of love that have emerged in this unique city over the centuries. From medieval troubadours who wooed ladies with poetic verses to iconic figures like Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin, who transformed their passion into music, the book offers a deep insight into the love stories that have shaped Paris. Baxter goes beyond romantic clichés, demonstrating that love in Paris has many faces, including the passionate devotion of people like Marcel Proust's housekeeper and the author Anne Desclos. This book is an invitation to discover the mysterious and surprising aspects of love in the City of Lights.