II. AN UNEXPECTED CITY

THESE WALKS OR VISITS CONCERN...  

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     Saint-Merri church, where the real revolt in Les Misérables took place

2.1. The logic of the legendary core

Adapted from Paris in the 16th century,©Hebrew University of Jerusalem & the Jewish National & University Library

We follow the medieval rampart and show its effect on the modern city.

2.2. Brands take over the historic center

Walks that show vestiges that remain. 

2.3. Vitality on the other side of the tracks

 La Goutte d'Or, a largely African neighborhood whose vitality is overlooked.

2.4. Family visits

Suggestions that make use of kids' sharp eyes

2.5. How ruling classes defend themselves

Claude Abron

I'm showing how a painting threatens revolt... and how nobles used mythology to announce a superiority that commoners accepted.

Looking carefully often challenges

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