Paris Underground: The Maps, Stations, and Design of the Metro [Lingua Inglese] - Brossura

Ovenden, Mark

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ISBN 10: 0143116398 ISBN 13: 9780143116394

Casa editrice: Penguin Books, 2009

Riassunto

The delectable follow up to Transit Maps of the World— with a French twist

A word-of-mouth sensation, Transit Maps of the World garnered rave reviews and offered delicious eye-candy to the many who devoured its lusciously designed pages. In Paris Underground, Mark Ovenden turns his attention to the famous Paris transit system with its inimitable Art Nouveau inspired stations and Art Deco signage. More than one thousand maps, diagrams, and photographs—historical and current—along with fascinating factual tidbits and enthusiastic, informed commentary embellish this gorgeous cultural history of the Métro’s design and construction. Transit buffs, Francophiles, and anyone who appreciates beautiful design are sure to make Paris Underground the season’s must-have volume.

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L'autore:

Mark Ovenden is a transport historian, broadcaster, design consultant, and the author of the bestselling Transit Maps of the World. He currently resides in London.

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Su questa edizione

• Editore: Penguin Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0143116398
• ISBN 13: 9780143116394
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 176
• Redattore: Pepinster Julian, Lloyd Peter B.