Paris In 1867 Or The Great Exposition: Its Sideshows And Excursions (1867)

""Paris In 1867 Or The Great Exposition: Its Sideshows And Excursions"" is a historical book written by Henry Morford in 1867. The book provides a detailed description of the Great Exposition held in Paris in 1867, which was one of the largest international exhibitions of the 19th century. The author talks about the various sideshows and excursions that were organized during the exhibition, giving readers a glimpse of the cultural and social life of Paris in the mid-19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Great Exposition. The author describes the various pavilions and exhibits that were set up during the exhibition, including the exhibits from different countries, the fine arts exhibition, and the industrial exhibition. He also talks about the various sideshows that were organized during the exhibition, such as the balloon ascents, the horse races, and the fireworks displays.Apart from the exhibition itself, the book also provides a glimpse of Parisian life in the mid-19th century. The author talks about the various excursions that were organized for the visitors, including visits to the famous landmarks of Paris such as the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and the Eiffel Tower. He also talks about the various social events that were organized during the exhibition, such as the grand ball held at the Palace of Versailles.Overall, ""Paris In 1867 Or The Great Exposition: Its Sideshows And Excursions"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of Paris or international exhibitions. The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the Great Exposition and the cultural and social life of Paris in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.