II. AN UNSUSPECTED CITY

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     Saint-Merri church, where the revolt in Les Misérables really 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

They destroy the inventivity of the historic center.

2.3. Vitality on the other side of the tracks

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

2.4. To do with kids (or without them)

Suggestions that work for families.

2.5. Mythology, nobles' defense against a rising middle class

       Rubes's series for Marie de Médicis, 1624 / Claude Abron

The messages are political. So is the use of mythology. 

Looking carefully challenges

the familiar stories.

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