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| d'orsay audio guide: Paris on Air Oliver Gee, 2020-05-13 Join award-winning podcaster Oliver Gee on this laugh-out-loud journey through the streets of Paris. He tells of how five years in France have taught him how to order cheese, make a Parisian person smile, and convince anyone you can fake French (even if, like Oliver, you speak the language like an Australian cow). A fresh voice on the Paris scene, he shares the soaring highs and crushing lows that come with following your dreams to the French capital. He also befriends the city's too-cool-for-school basketballers, chases runaway crocodiles, and goes on a mammoth honeymoon trip around France on his little red scooter. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Little(r) Museums of Paris Emma Jacobs, 2019-06-04 Discover a new side of Paris, hidden in plain sight, with this beautifully illustrated guide to the city's smaller collections and best-kept secrets, from artists' studios to scientific museums. A visit to Paris can often seem like a highlight reel -- the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay, the Eiffel Tower. But Paris isn't only about the big attractions; in fact, some might say it's the offbeat destinations that hold the greatest treasures. The Little(r) Museums of Paris takes a whimsical journey through these smaller destinations, from the fantastical to the bizarre, offering both a guide to the city and inspiration for armchair travelers. Rather than traveling by neighborhood, this charming guide explores the different types of institutions nestled within Paris, from time capsules like the Musee Nissim de Camondo to explorations of the world beyond the city limits, including the Institute of the Arab World. Readers will peek behind the curtains of artists' apartments and into the microscopes of collections of scientific oddities. Each entry opens up a new world of adventure, with a description of the museum's collection, as well as a short history, watercolor illustrations, and a miniature map. For residents and visitors alike, the captivating illustrations and deeply-researched yet approachable writing will encourage greater appreciation of the cultural diversity, history, and colorful characters that give Paris that je ne sais quoi. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Millet and Modern Art Simon R. Kelly, Maite van Dijk, Nienke Bakker, Abigail Yoder, 2019 During his lifetime, the French artist Jean-Franðcois Millet (1814-1875) was frequently criticized for his peasant paintings. Traditionalists objected to his raw, radical technique and the sharp social critique they perceived in his work. Shortly after his death, however, Millet was embraced as a national hero who had captured the French countryside in all its glory. The artist's fame extended from Europe to America and Russia, and his modern style and sympathetic depiction of peasant life remained a source of inspiration until well into the twentieth century. This publication sets Millet's work in the context of the figures he inspired: artists including Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Giovanni Segantini, Winslow Homer, Paula Modersohn-Becker, Kazimir Malevich, Edvard Munch, and Salvador Dalâi-- |
| d'orsay audio guide: Rick Steves Walk: Historic Paris Rick Steves, Steve Smith, Gene Openshaw, 2016-08-23 Rick Steves' Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Historic Paris, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk through the heart of Paris—including where to start, how much time you need, and what's worth stopping for—all for less than the cost of a café au lait. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Historic Paris is a tour guide in your pocket—and on your smartphone. Rick Steves' Walks and Tours are available for must-see locations throughout London, Paris, Rome, Florence, Venice, Amsterdam, Vienna, Budapest, Athens, and Istanbul. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Rick Steves Walk: Historic Paris (Enhanced) Rick Steves, Steve Smith, Gene Openshaw, 2019-07-30 Rick Steves' Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves' Walk: Historic Paris, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk through Paris's historic center-including where to start, how much time you need, and what's worth stopping for-all for less than the cost of a café au lait. With Rick's knowledgeable, humorous writing in hand, you'll also learn some interesting historical facts about the things you encounter along the way. Packed with indispensable tips and recommendations from America's expert on Europe, Rick Steves' Walk: Historic Paris is a tour guide in your pocket-and on your smartphone. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue V. E. Schwab, 2020-10-06 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER USA TODAY BESTSELLER NATIONAL INDIE BESTSELLER THE WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER Recommended by Entertainment Weekly, Real Simple, NPR, Slate, and Oprah Magazine #1 Library Reads Pick—October 2020 #1 Indie Next Pick—October 2020 BOOK OF THE YEAR (2020) FINALIST—Book of The Month Club A “Best Of” Book From: Oprah Mag * CNN * Amazon * Amazon Editors * NPR * Goodreads * Bustle * PopSugar * BuzzFeed * Barnes & Noble * Kirkus Reviews * Lambda Literary * Nerdette * The Nerd Daily * Polygon * Library Reads * io9 * Smart Bitches Trashy Books * LiteraryHub * Medium * BookBub * The Mary Sue * Chicago Tribune * NY Daily News * SyFy Wire * Powells.com * Bookish * Book Riot * Library Reads Voter Favorite * In the vein of The Time Traveler’s Wife and Life After Life, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue is New York Times bestselling author V. E. Schwab’s genre-defying tour de force. A Life No One Will Remember. A Story You Will Never Forget. France, 1714: in a moment of desperation, a young woman makes a Faustian bargain to live forever—and is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. Thus begins the extraordinary life of Addie LaRue, and a dazzling adventure that will play out across centuries and continents, across history and art, as a young woman learns how far she will go to leave her mark on the world. But everything changes when, after nearly 300 years, Addie stumbles across a young man in a hidden bookstore and he remembers her name. Also by V. E. Schwab Shades of Magic A Darker Shade of Magic A Gathering of Shadows A Conjuring of Light Villains Vicious Vengeful At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Rick Steves Paris Rick Steves, Steve Smith, Gene Openshaw, 2022-09-20 Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Paris. From the top of the Eiffel Tower to the ancient catacombs below the city, explore Paris at every level with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Paris you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more in Paris Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Palace of Versailles to where to find the perfect croissant How to connect with culture: Stroll down Rue Cler for fresh, local goods to build the ultimate French picnic, marvel at the works of Degas and Monet, and sip café au lait at a streetside café Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rouge Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums and churches Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 700 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of the best arrondissements in Paris,including Champs-Elysees, the Marais, Montmartre, and more, plus day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Giverny, and Auvers-sur-Oise Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth trip Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Paris. Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Paris. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Passions of Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux Draper, James David, Papet, Edouard, 2014 Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (1827-1875) was an extraordinarily gifted sculptor, the greatest in 19th-century France before Rodin, and embodied the emotionally charged artistic climate of his era ... Carpeaux's wrenching representations of human forms, shown in beautiful color details and illustrations, echo his turbulent personal life, fraught with episodes of violence and fatal illness. The book covers the entire span of Carpeaux's career, and includes the masterpiece Ugolino and His Sons, newly discovered drawings, and a number of rarely seen or studied works. Previously unpublished letters between Carpeaux and his family and friends, a wealth of archival material, and the most detailed chronology of the artist's life ever published.--Yale University Press website. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Five Days in Paris Danielle Steel, 2009-02-25 In Danielle Steel’s beloved #1 New York Times bestselling novel, two strangers meet unexpectedly and fall in love in the City of Light. As president of a major pharmaceutical empire, Peter Haskell has everything: power, position, and a family that means everything to him. Compromise has been key in Peter Haskell’s life, and integrity is the base on which he lives. Olivia Thatcher is the wife of a famous senator. She has given to her husband’s ambition and career until her soul is bone-dry. She is trapped in a web of duty and obligation, married to a man she once loved and no longer even knows. Accidentally, they meet in Paris. Their totally different lives converge for one magical moment in the Place Vendôme, as Olivia carefully, silently, steps out of her life and walks away. Peter follows her, and in a café in Montmartre, their hearts are laid bare. Peter, once so certain of his path, is suddenly faced with a professional future in jeopardy. Olivia is no longer sure of anything except that she can’t go on anymore. Five days in Paris is all they have. They go back to their separate lives, but nothing is the same. Everything they believe is put on the line, until they each realize they must stand fast against compromise and face life’s challenges head-on. Danielle Steel’s classic novel is about honor and commitment, love and integrity—and the strength to find hope again. Five Days in Paris will change your life forever. BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Danielle Steel's Hotel Vendome. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Musée D'Orsay Alexandra Bonfante-Warren, 2000 |
| d'orsay audio guide: Paris Delia Gray-Durant, 2004 Art on the brain? Plan your visits to the world's great cities with ART SHOP EAT. The best museum and gallery districts mapped out for the busy traveler--with tips on the hottest dining and most fashionable shopping for the perfect day in town. In a handy format with full color maps, these are terrific guides for discovering the finest that each of these cities has to offer. Contemplate Gustave Courbet at the Musee d'Orsay set out for lunch at Alcazar find a fantastic pair of shoes at Miu Miu on rue du Cherche Midi |
| d'orsay audio guide: Religion for Atheists Alain De Botton, 2012-03-06 From the author of The Architecture of Happiness, a deeply moving meditation on how we can still benefit, without believing, from the wisdom, the beauty, and the consolatory power that religion has to offer. Alain de Botton was brought up in a committedly atheistic household, and though he was powerfully swayed by his parents' views, he underwent, in his mid-twenties, a crisis of faithlessness. His feelings of doubt about atheism had their origins in listening to Bach's cantatas, were further developed in the presence of certain Bellini Madonnas, and became overwhelming with an introduction to Zen architecture. However, it was not until his father's death -- buried under a Hebrew headstone in a Jewish cemetery because he had intriguingly omitted to make more secular arrangements -- that Alain began to face the full degree of his ambivalence regarding the views of religion that he had dutifully accepted. Why are we presented with the curious choice between either committing to peculiar concepts about immaterial deities or letting go entirely of a host of consoling, subtle and effective rituals and practices for which there is no equivalent in secular society? Why do we bristle at the mention of the word morality? Flee from the idea that art should be uplifting, or have an ethical purpose? Why don't we build temples? What mechanisms do we have for expressing gratitude? The challenge that de Botton addresses in his book: how to separate ideas and practices from the religious institutions that have laid claim to them. In Religion for Atheists is an argument to free our soul-related needs from the particular influence of religions, even if it is, paradoxically, the study of religion that will allow us to rediscover and rearticulate those needs. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Family Guide Paris DK Eyewitness, 2018-05-22 A family-focused guidebook to Paris for traveling with children ages 4 to 12. DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Paris gives parents with children ages four to twelve the specific, family-friendly information they need to plan a vacation to a city with an abundance of history, outstanding museums, and beautiful parks. Sail a toy boat at Jardin du Luxembourg, design a robot at Parc de la Villette, and explore can't-miss sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. What's in the book: Each major sight is treated as a hub destination, around which to plan a day, plus, DK's custom illustrations and reconstructions of city sights give real cultural insight. Let off steam suggestions and eating options around each attraction enable the entire family to recharge their batteries. Maps outline the nearest parks, playgrounds, and public restrooms. Take shelter sections suggest indoor activities for rainy days. Dedicated Kids' Corner features include cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games, and riddles to inform and entertain young travelers. Listings provide family-friendly hotels and dining options. Written by travel experts and parents who understand the need to keep children entertained while enjoying family time together, DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide Paris offers child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel information, budget guidance, age-range suitability, and activities for Paris. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Examkrackers 1001 Questions in MCAT Chemistry Scott Calvin, Jonathan Orsay, 2005 |
| d'orsay audio guide: Botticelli to Van Gogh National Gallery National Gallery of Australia, 2021-06 Botticelli to Van Gogh: Masterpieces from the National Gallery, London explores the history of European art from the Renaissance through to the birth of modern art in the late nineteenth century. Published in conjunction with the exhibition held at the National Gallery of Australia, this book features essays by international experts in Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Flemish, French and British art and 60 paintings by some of Europe's most revered artists, including Titian, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Velázquez, Goya, Turner, Renoir, Gauguin and Cézanne. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Unofficial Guide to Paris David Applefield, 2008-01-10 A comprehensive travel guide to Paris, France, with maps and information on hotels and over sixty restaurants, cultural and historic sights, and shopping and entertainment venues. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Nice Uncovered Jeanne Oliver, 2021-05-28 See Nice as it's never been seen before in seven self-guided walking tours that reveal the true story of Nice. From the little-known stories behind Nice's best-known sights to secret places that would even surprise locals, Nice is finally uncovered. In addition to all the major museums, monuments, churches and landmarks you'll discover the Old Town, chock full of secret sights including the oldest house in town, the oldest pharmacy in Nice, the tub where executioners once washed their hatchets, the wall where Catherine Segurane shocked the Turkish attackers, the palaces where Thomas Jefferson, Matisse and Napoleon Bonaparte stayed, how the Knights Templar (maybe) hid their treasure, the naughty Adam and Eve fresco and the tavern that inspired painter Raoul Dufy; Castle Hill on top of tunnels sunk in WWII, strewn with ancient ruins and towers, the former hotel where composer Hector Berlioz regained his mental health, the truth behind Nice's noontime cannon and the Cemetery's creepiest tombs; the Port with its former slave prison, stately 18th-century buildings, the sailor's church and a dog bar; Cimiez where gladiators fought, the Romans bathed and Queen Victoria held court; Nice's earliest movie set, a church with a skeleton and a Buddhist pagoda; the Promenade des Anglais built by the British, the hotel where philosopher Frederich Nietzsche stayed, where the legendary Casino de la Jetée once was, iconic hotels and the sordid history of the Palais Mediterranée; West Nice and the splendid Marble Palace, vast gardens, vanished estates and the eye-popping Gloria Mansions; the Promenade du Paillon with the Coulée Verte, the controversial Apollo statue, remarkable public sculptures, the little-known Eglise Le Voeu and the grandiose Place Garibaldi; the Quartier des Musiciens with landmark Belle Epoque and Art Deco buildings, the hotel where Chekhov and Lenin stayed, and the Horror Hotel of WWII Written by an insider, the walking tours include the local lore, legends and traditions that make up Nice's unique culture. And its easy to get around with meticulously-plotted directions and color maps. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jeanne Oliver is a professional travel writer who has been writing about France and European destinations for 25 years. She has written guidebooks for Frommer's, Lonely Planet and Insight Guides. Currently she publishes two practical websites on the Cote d'Azur: frenchrivieratraveller.com and riviera-beaches.com. You're in the hands of an expert, so scroll up, click buy and let the adventure begin! You need more information? Go behind the scenes of Nice Uncovered at www.niceuncovered.com |
| d'orsay audio guide: Eyewitness Travel Family Guide Paris Dorling Kindersley, 2012-04-02 Family Guide Paris offers you the best things to see and do on a family vacation in Paris-from visiting magnificent sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame to exploring the treasures housed in The Louvre and Musée d'Orsay-and brings those places alive for children with fun facts, quizzes, and cartoons. The major sights are treated as hub destinations and are followed by places of interest near the hub, ideal for planning your day ahead. These spreads offer a pragmatic as well as enjoyable itinerary, giving children a real insight into the destination, but balanced with opportunities to let off steam at a nearby park or playground. All the practical information you need appears alongside the sight, including transportation information, budget tips, age range suitability, and where to eat. Each spread is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for activities that will engage children, from sailing a wooden boat in the Octagonal Lake at Jardin du Luxembourg to designing a robot in the Cité des Enfants at Parc de la Villette. Meanwhile, the most family-friendly, best-value accommodation options have been chosen with family budgets and needs in mind. Full-color throughout, with detailed maps of the main sightseeing areas for easy navigation and all the practical information you need for a fun, stress-free family vacation. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Eyewitness Travel Family Guide France DK, 2014-05-01 DK Eyewitness Travel Family Guide France, from the groundbreaking family travel series, is written by parents and guarantees the entire family will enjoy their trip to France. The guide also includes dedicated Kids Corners that feature cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games, and riddles to inform, surprise, and entertain young travelers as they explore everything France has to offer. With child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel information, language tips, budget guidance, age range suitability, and activities for every area, DK Eyewitness Travel Family Guide France is the ultimate guide to stress-free family travel. Now available in PDF. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Degas Richard Kendall, Timothy J. Standring, Jill DeVonyar, Victoria Avery, Jo Dillon, Anna Gruetzner Robins, 2017 A beautiful celebration of six decades of work by Edgar Degas, published in the centennial year of the artist's death Edgar Degas's (1834-1917) relentless experimentation with technical procedures is a hallmark of his lifelong desire to learn. The numerous iterations of compositions and poses suggest an intense self-discipline, as well as a refusal to accept any creative solution as definitive or finite. Published in the centenary year of the artist's death, this book presents an exceptional array of Degas's work, including paintings, drawings, pastels, etchings, monotypes, counter proofs, and sculpture, with approximately sixty key works from private and public collections in Europe and the United States, some of them published here for the first time. Shown together, the impressive works represent well over half a century of innovation and artistic production. Essays by leading Degas scholars and conservation scientists explore his practice and recurring themes of the human figure and landscape. The book opens with a study of Degas's debt to the Old Masters, and it concludes with a consideration of his artistic legacy and his influence on leading artists of the 20th and 21st centuries, including Francis Bacon, Frank Auerbach, Ryan Gander, David Hockney, Howard Hodgkin, R. B. Kitaj, Pablo Picasso, and Walter Sickert. Published in association with the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge Exhibition Schedule: The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge (10/3/17-1/14/18) Denver Art Museum (02/18/18-05/20/18) |
| d'orsay audio guide: Vanished Smile R.A. Scotti, 2010-04-06 On August 21, 1911, Leonardo da Vinci’s most celebrated painting vanished from the Louvre. The prime suspects were as shocking as the crime: Pablo Picasso and Guillaume Apollinaire, young provocateurs of a new art. The sensational disappearing act captured the world’s imagination. Crowds stood in line to view the empty space on the museum wall. Thousands more waited, as concerned as if Mona Lisa were a missing person, for news of the lost painting. Almost a century later, questions still linger: Who really pinched Mona Lisa, and why? Part love story, part mystery, Vanished Smile reopens the puzzling case that transformed a Renaissance portrait into the most enduring icon of all time. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Anthem Guide to the Art Galleries and Museums of Europe , 2009 |
| d'orsay audio guide: Let's Go 2009 France Let's Go Inc., 2008-11-25 Packed with travel information, including more listings, deals, and insider tips: CANDID LISTINGS of hundreds of places to wine and dine like a local RELIABLE MAPS and directions to help you navigate from Paris to the Pyrénées INSIDER TIPS for finding the best of Bordeaux's wineries and Corsica's beaches EXPERT ADVICE on biking and hiking in the Alps THEMED ITINERARIES for food- and sun-worshippers alike The CAFÉS and CRÊPERIES that will give you a real taste of French culture |
| d'orsay audio guide: Pioneering Modern Painting Joachim Pissarro, Paul Cézanne, Museum of Modern Art (New York, N.Y.), Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Musée d'Orsay, 2005 Catalog of an exhibition held at the Museum of Modern Art, June 26-Sept. 12, 2005, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Oct. 20, 2005-Jan. 16, 2006, and the Musée d'Orsay, Paris, Feb. 27-May 28, 2006. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Family Guide France DK Eyewitness, 2018-07-05 A family-focused guidebook to France for traveling with children ages 4 to 12. DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide France offers you the best things to see and do on a family vacation to Paris and the country of France. Each spread bursts with family-focused travel tips and ideas for activities that will engage children, from boat trips along the Canal du Midi in Languedoc-Roussillon to astronomy workshops at Le Pic du Midi de Bigorre in the Pyrenees to discovering the Musée du Louvre in Paris. What's inside: + Each major sight is treated as a hub destination, around which to plan a day. Plus, DK's custom illustrations and reconstructions of city sights give real cultural insight. + Let off steam suggestions and eating options around each attraction enable the entire family to recharge. + Maps outline the nearest parks, playgrounds, and public restrooms. + Take shelter sections suggest indoor activities for rainy days. + Language section lists essential words and phrases. + Dedicated Kids' Corner features include cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games, and riddles to inform and entertain young travelers. + Listings provide family-friendly hotels and dining options. Written by travel experts and parents who understand the need to keep children entertained while enjoying family time together, DK Eyewitness Travel: Family Guide France offers child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel information, budget guidance, age-range suitability, and activities for France. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Manet's 'Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe' Paul Hayes Tucker, 1998-02-13 Edouard Manet's controversial painting Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe is one of the best known images in French art. The subject of critical analysis for more than a century, it still defies singular interpretations. These essays, written specially for this volume by the leading scholars of French modern art, therefore offer six different readings of the painting, incorporating close examinations of its radical style and novel subject, relevant historical developments and archival material, as well as biographical evidence that prompts psychological inquiries. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Classical Mythology A to Z Annette Giesecke, 2020-10-06 A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Michelin Green Guide Paris Michelin Travel & Lifestyle, 2011-04-01 This eBook version of the Green Guide Paris by Michelin, with its famed star-rating system, maps, illustrations and walking tours, helps you discover every facet of the beautiful City of Light. Join a Friday night roller-blade rally near Gare Montparnasse, stroll along the Seine, browse the bouquinistes’ stalls of old books, or enjoy more traditional sites such as the Eiffel Tower. From flea markets to fine dining, whatever your budget, the guide’s features and recommended restaurants and accommodations help you uncover what Paris has to offer. The guide includes walk-throughs of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions, as well as Michelin’s walking and driving tours. |
| d'orsay audio guide: National Gallery of Art John Walker, 1984 |
| d'orsay audio guide: Claude Monet Angelica Daneo, Christoph Heinrich, Michael Philipp, Ortrud Westheider, 2019 Spanning the artist's entire career, this book explores Claude Monet's enduring relationship with nature and the landscapes he returned to again and again. Capturing fleeting natural impressions played a central role in the art of Claude Monet. He deeply engaged with the landscape and light of different places, from the metropolis of Paris to the Seine villages of Argenteuil and Giverny. This lavishly illustrated volume explores the development of Monet's art from the 1850s to the 1920s, focusing on the places, both at home and on his frequent travels, from which he drew inspiration for his painting. In addition, the book traces the critical shift in Monet's art that occurred when he began to focus on series of the same subjects such as haystacks, poplars, and the water lilies and pond at his meticulously designed garden in Giverny. Insightful and revealing, the book deepens our appreciation of Monet's art and allows us to experience anew his gift for bringing the natural world to life. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Hammock: A Novel Based on the True Story of French Painter James Tissot Lucy Paquette, 2020-10-03 THE HAMMOCK: A novel based on the true story of French painter James Tissot portrays ten remarkable years in the life of James Tissot (1836-1902), who rebuilt - and then lost - his reputation in London. THE HAMMOCK is a psychological portrait, exploring the forces that unwound the career of this complex man. Based on contemporary sources, the novel brings Tissot's world alive in a story of war, art, Society glamour, love, scandal, and tragedy. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Monet Benno Tempel, Marianne Matthieu, Frouke van Dijke, 2019-10-10 -Majestic tribute to one of the most important artists of all time Who doesn't know Claude Monet's (1840-1926) famous Water Lilies? His explosions of color on canvas immerse everyone in a sea of reflections, until it is impossible to know where water starts and sky ends. The garden paintings, of which three hundred works depict the lily pond, are regarded as Claude Monet's chef-d'oeuvre. The artist commenced these works in the 1890s but produced the majority of the paintings during the final two decades of his life. His early paintings of the lily pond embraced the conventional spatial boundaries of water, surrounding land and horizon. Yet the longer Monet worked, the more the boundaries began to blur, until the pond became the universe: its scope immeasurable and defined exclusively by light. Monet's influence was tremendous. His unique color palette, vision and approach changed the course of Western art. Many artists have been influenced by Monet, whose techniques inspired both the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, including Vincent van Gogh. In terms of form and scale, the artist's work directly influenced Abstract Expressionists such as Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko. Andy Warhol once attested to the fact that his multiple renditions of a single subject were inspired by the French painter. It is also true to say that Monet laid the groundwork for the Minimalist movement that emerged in the 1960s. Still extremely popular in his own right, Monet continues to define both the public's appreciation of art and the perception of beauty in its purest form. The last major Monet exhibitions in the Netherlands were staged at the Gemeentemuseum in 1952 and the Van Gogh Museum in 1986. The majority of his famous garden paintings, which had a profound influence on Rothko and Pollock, for example, have never been exhibited in the country. High time, therefore, for a majestic tribute at the Gemeentemuseum Den Haag (12 October 2019 until 2 February 2020) and a new accompanying catalogue. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Paris to the Moon Adam Gopnik, 2011-09-29 In 1995, Adam Gopnik and his wife, and their infant son left the familiar comforts and hassles of New York for the urbane glamour of Paris. Charmed by the beauties of the city, Gopnik set out to experience for himself the spirit and romance that has so captivated American writers throughout the Twentieth century. In the grand tradition of Stein and Hemingway, Gopnik planned to walk the paths of the Tuilleries, to enjoy philosophical discussion in cafes in short, to lead the fabled life of an American in Paris. Of course, as readers of Gopnik's beloved 'Paris Journals' in the New Yorker know, there was also the matter of raising a child and carrying on with everyday, not so fabled life. Evenings with French intellectuals precede middle-of-the night baby feedings; afternoons are filled with trips to the Musee d'Orsay and pinball games; weekday leftovers are eaten while three star chefs debate a 'culinary crisis'. With singular wit and insight, Gopnik manages to weave the magical with the mundane in a wholly delightful book. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Michelin Green Guide Paris Michelin, 2016-03-15 Discover the nooks and crannies of the renowned City of Light with the eBook version of the updated Green Guide Paris. Its famed star-rating system of attractions, maps, illustrations and walking tours ensure you don't miss a thing, from iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower to browsing among riverside stalls of old books, to a Friday night roller-blade rally through city streets. From flea markets to fine dining, whatever your budget, the guide’s features and recommended restaurants, accommodations and activities help you uncover all that Paris has to offer. In this eBook you’ll find: • Full-color photos and plenty of detail travelers look for. • Attractions reviewed and rated, using Michelin’s celebrated star-rating system, from the 2-star medieval architecture of the Conciergerie to the 3-star Gothic jewel, the Sainte-Chapelle. • Walk-throughs of major museums, galleries, churches and attractions. Illustrations and floor plans zoom in on the highlights of major attractions, such as the treasures of the Louvre and Notre-Dame Cathedral. • Multiple walking tours all over Paris with clear directions and maps for a more in-depth, personal experience of the city. Explore the Latin Quarter on foot, stopping off for a coffee and patisserie on Boulevard St-Michel. • Comprehensive illustrated sections on modern-day Paris, history, politics, art, architecture and culture—all written by experts in their fields. • Sidebars throughout the guide on intriguing topics such as the natural attractions of the Bois and Château de Vincennes. • Detailed visitor information for every attraction, opening hours, entry fees, tour times, phone, website. • Michelin maps. • Recommendations for great places to eat and stay for all budgets. Download onto any kind of eReader (tablet or smartphone), and you’re set to go. Use the guide to orient yourself at any time with a treasure trove of 70 detailed maps, even if you’re offline with no Wi-Fi or 3G connection. With the interactive navigation, it’s easy to move within the guide. Click from the index to a point of interest or from a sight description to its location on the map. With one touch, you can even phone an establishment directly from the page or click through to a website for more information. No matter what eReader you use, with the Green Guide Paris eBook, you’re all set to explore the City of Light and craft some unforgettable experiences. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Muse Lauren Blakely, 2021-03-07 Midnight in Paris meets Night at the Museum! A gorgeous standalone forbidden romance with magical elements! Fall in love with The Muse, a sweeping romance set in a modern day Paris that's full of magic, art, mysteries, and passion from #1 NYT Bestseller Lauren Blakely!The first time a woman stepped out of a painting, I thought I was seeing things.The second time, I thought I was going mad.The night she emerged from a Renoir, I felt something else entirely - a deep stirring of desire, and the wish to get to know the brilliant beauty who's been trapped inside a painted garden for years.She can only come out at night in the Musée d'Orsay, where I work. There, after hours, we wander through galleries, with the Van Goghs, the Monets, and the Toulouse Lautrecs the only witnesses to our midnight kisses and, soon, our trysts.She opens her heart to me, and I learn her story.But she keeps secrets too, ones I hope to unravel. Why she was trapped. Why Renoir is hunting her. And why artwork in famous museums across the world is starting to disintegrate.Why I, too, seem to be the only person who can repair the masterpieces.As I fall deeper for the woman who's trapped in a museum, I'm caught up in another side of Paris after dark, one inhabited by forgers, ghosts of famous artists and, impossibly, by Muses.But someone is after the woman I'm falling in love with, and it's up to me to save her...even if it means losing everything I've found with her. |
| d'orsay audio guide: The Musee D'Orsay, Paris Mus Ee Dorsay, 1987 |
| d'orsay audio guide: Exploring Paris - A Complete Travel Guide To The City Of Light 2024 William Taylor, 2024-06-22 Description: Discover the enchanting City of Light with our comprehensive travel guide to Paris. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this ebook is your gateway to exploring the rich history, iconic landmarks, vibrant culture, and hidden gems that make Paris one of the world's most beloved destinations. What You'll Find Inside: - Essential Travel Tips: From the best times to visit and budgeting advice to navigating public transportation and understanding local etiquette, we've got you covered. - Detailed Neighborhood Guides: Explore each arrondissement, from the historic charm of Le Marais to the artistic allure of Montmartre, with insider tips on where to eat, shop, and soak in the atmosphere. - Top Attractions: Uncover the secrets of the Eiffel Tower, marvel at the masterpieces in the Louvre, wander through the elegant gardens of Versailles, and more. - Hidden Gems: Venture off the beaten path to discover charming cafes, quaint bookshops, picturesque parks, and lesser-known museums that capture the essence of Parisian life. - **Culinary Delights:** Indulge in French cuisine at traditional bistros, sip coffee at iconic cafes, explore food markets, and experience wine and cheese tastings that showcase the city's gastronomic prowess. - Day Trips and Beyond: Plan excursions to nearby attractions like Versailles, Giverny, and the Champagne region, adding depth to your Parisian adventure. - Practical Information: Handy resources on currency, emergency contacts, language tips, and useful apps ensure a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. Why Choose This Guide? Written by travel experts with a passion for Paris, this ebook blends practical advice with cultural insights to help you create lasting memories in this captivating city. Whether you're planning your itinerary or dreaming of future travels, let our guide be your trusted companion |
| d'orsay audio guide: Masters of the 19th and 20th Centuries Marlborough Gallery (N.Y.), 1986* |
| d'orsay audio guide: Between Worlds Russell Storer, 2017 Published in conjunction with Between worlds: Raden Saleh and Juan Luna, an exhibition organised by National Gallery Singapore. |
| d'orsay audio guide: Eyewitness Travel Family Guide Paris DK, 2014-03-03 Eyewitness Travel Family Guide Paris offers you the best things to see and do on a family vacation in Paris-from visiting magnificent sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame to exploring the treasures housed in The Louvre and Musée d'Orsay-and brings those places alive for children with fun facts, quizzes, and cartoons. The major sights are treated as hub destinations and are followed by places of interest near the hub, ideal for planning your day ahead. These spreads offer a pragmatic as well as enjoyable itinerary, giving children a real insight into the destination, but balanced with opportunities to let off steam at a nearby park or playground. All the practical information you need appears alongside the sight, including transportation information, budget tips, age range suitability, and where to eat. Each spread is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for activities that will engage children, from sailing a wooden boat in the Octagonal Lake at Jardin du Luxembourg to designing a robot in the Cité des Enfants at Parc de la Villette. Meanwhile, the most family-friendly, best-value accommodation options have been chosen with family budgets and needs in mind. Full-color throughout, with detailed maps of the main sightseeing areas for easy navigation and all the practical information you need for a fun, stress-free family vacation. Now available in ePub format. |
D - Wikipedia
D, or d, is the fourth letter of the Latin alphabet, used in the modern English alphabet, the alphabets of other western European languages and others worldwide. Its name in English is dee …
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Define D. D synonyms, D pronunciation, D translation, English dictionary definition of D. 1. The symbol for the isotope deuterium. 2. also d The symbol for the Roman numeral 500. abbr. 1. …
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D definition: the fourth letter of the English alphabet, a consonant.. See examples of D used in a sentence.
D | Letter Development, History, & Etymology | Britannica
d, letter that has retained the fourth place in the alphabet from the earliest point at which it appears in history. It corresponds to Semitic daleth and Greek delta (Δ). The form is thought to derive …
D - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
D is the fourth (number 4) letter in the alphabet. It comes from the Greek Delta and the Phoenician Dalet. In education, D is one letter above a failing grade. In electronics, D is a standard size dry …
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May 21, 2025 · The letter d is used in the alphabets of many languages, and in several romanization systems of non-Latin scripts to represent the voiced alveolar or dental plosive (/d/). In some …
D definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
d. is an abbreviation for died when it is written in front of dates, for example on graves or in reference books.
D, d | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary
D, d meaning: 1. the fourth letter of the English alphabet 2. the sign used in the Roman system for the number…. Learn more.
D Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary
D definition: The fourth letter of the modern English alphabet.
D - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘d'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of …
D - Wikipedia
D, or d, is the fourth letter of the Latin alphabet, used in the modern English alphabet, the alphabets of other western European languages and others worldwide. Its name in English is …
D - definition of D by The Free Dictionary
Define D. D synonyms, D pronunciation, D translation, English dictionary definition of D. 1. The symbol for the isotope deuterium. 2. also d The symbol for the Roman numeral 500. abbr. 1. …
D Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com
D definition: the fourth letter of the English alphabet, a consonant.. See examples of D used in a sentence.
D | Letter Development, History, & Etymology | Britannica
d, letter that has retained the fourth place in the alphabet from the earliest point at which it appears in history. It corresponds to Semitic daleth and Greek delta (Δ). The form is thought to …
D - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
D is the fourth (number 4) letter in the alphabet. It comes from the Greek Delta and the Phoenician Dalet. In education, D is one letter above a failing grade. In electronics, D is a …
d - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
May 21, 2025 · The letter d is used in the alphabets of many languages, and in several romanization systems of non-Latin scripts to represent the voiced alveolar or dental plosive …
D definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
d. is an abbreviation for died when it is written in front of dates, for example on graves or in reference books.
D, d | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary
D, d meaning: 1. the fourth letter of the English alphabet 2. the sign used in the Roman system for the number…. Learn more.
D Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary
D definition: The fourth letter of the modern English alphabet.
D - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘d'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of …
