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Paris Underground: The Maps, Stations, and Design of the Metro

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Paris Underground: The Maps, Stations, and Design of the Metro

The delectable follow up to Transit Maps of the Worldâ€” 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 photographsâ€”historical and currentâ€”along with fascinating factual tidbits and enthusiastic, informed commentary embellish this gorgeous cultural history of the MÃ©troâ€™s design and construction. Transit buffs, Francophiles, and anyone who appreciates beautiful design are sure to make Paris Underground the seasonâ€™s must-have volume.

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Country USA
Brand Ovenden, Mark/ Pepinster, Julian (EDT)/ Lloyd, Peter B. (EDT)
Manufacturer Penguin Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780143116394
ReleaseDate 2009-10-27
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780143116394

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