This is Paris and over one million other books are available for Amazon Kindle. Learn more



or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering
More Buying Choices
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
Start reading This is Paris on your Kindle in under a minute.

Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.
Sorry, this item is not available in
Image not available for
Color:
Image not available

To view this video download Flash Player

 

This is Paris [Hardcover]

Miroslav Sasek
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)

List Price: $17.95
Price: $12.92 & FREE Shipping on orders over $25. Details
You Save: $5.03 (28%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
Only 18 left in stock (more on the way).
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.
Want it Thursday, June 20? Choose One-Day Shipping at checkout. Details

Formats

Amazon Price New from Used from
Kindle Edition $9.99  
Hardcover $12.92  
Audio, CD --  
Unknown Binding --  
Summer Reading
Summer Reading
Browse the best books for every age and adventure including popular series, classics, and editors' picks in our Kids Summer Reading Store.

Book Description

April 24, 2004 4 and up This is . . .
Following on the runaway success of This is New York, Universe is thrilled to reissue two more titles from M. Sasek's beloved children's travel series: This is London and This is Paris.
Like This is New York and This is San Francisco, This is London and This is Paris are facsimile editions of Sasek's original titles. His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood.

This is London, first published in 1959, presents impressions of London with its beautiful buildings, historic monuments, bridges, parks, shops and Piccadilly Circus, black cabs, Horse Guards, and famed Underground.

This is Paris, first published in 1959, brings Paris, one of the most exciting cities in the world, to life. There are famous buildings, beautiful gardens, cafés, and the Parisians-artists, concierges, flower girls, and even thousands of cats. Take a tour along the banks of the Seine, through the galleries of the Louvre, and to the top of the Eiffel Tower.

Frequently Bought Together

This is Paris + This is London + This Is New York
Price for all three: $39.84

Some of these items ship sooner than the others.

Buy the selected items together
  • This is London $13.46
  • This Is New York $13.46


Editorial Reviews

About the Author

M. Sasek was born in 1916 in Prague, Czechoslovakia. An author and illustrator, he is best remembered for his classic stories on the great cities of the world. He died in 1980.

Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 and up
  • Hardcover: 64 pages
  • Publisher: Universe (April 24, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0789310635
  • ISBN-13: 978-0789310637
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 0.4 x 12.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,437 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars
(23)
4.9 out of 5 stars
3 star
0
2 star
0
1 star
0
I think this will cue her into being alert for things she has "seen" in the book. Ann O. Lane  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
Beautiful book, neat illustrations . . curlyqueqt  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant, lovely children's book - a classic June 11, 2004
Format:Hardcover
This book, and the entire series of books by Miroslav Sasek, are just wonderful. The story introduces children (ideally from ages of about 3 - 7) to the magic of Paris. The book evokes a sense of wonder, while relaying facts about Paris that children will find very captivating. We see things like Notre Dame, a ticket to ride the Metro, and a gendarme. The illustrations are just lovely, done in a style that helps provide a leaping off point for imagining even more about the story. A marvel of brilliance masquerading as simplicity! The book has been in print for nearly 50 years, and deserves it place along with other children's classics of the city like "Make Way for Ducklings."
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I wish they made books like this still May 2, 2004
Format:Hardcover
A beautiful reprint of this classic. M. Sasek is one of my favorite childrens book illustrators. This book takes you back to Paris in 1959. The drawings are really stylish.
This book is a real treat. Check out the London, New York and San Fransisco books as well.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This is Paris by Miroslav Sasek January 12, 2008
Format:Hardcover
This book has created a fabulous insight into the world of travel for my children. It has compelled us all to take a language course in French and to travel here and put our dreams into reality. It has planted the seed of intrigue and wonderment to which my children seek out this book to read at bedtime.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Charrmin Introduction to Paris for Youngsters May 9, 2008
A Kid's Review
Format:Hardcover
Written and drawn in 1959 this children's book taught me a thing or two about a city I thought I already knew a lot about. The pictures and scenes are wonderful in bright colors and include most of the major sites in Paris from "le metro" to Montmartre and the Champs Elysees.

There have been a few of the drawings, or accompanying text, that have been asterisked to reflect the changes that have occurred in Paris since 1959 but if you are taking young ones over I highly recommend this book as a way to make some of what they will see a little more understandable for them.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I own a copy... November 5, 2009
Format:Hardcover
...and I'm 42. I purchased this book for my Godson prior to my visit to France. After I went, I read the book again with him. I fell in love with the book and purchased my own copy as a keepsake. It brought back so much. It's truly a magical book especially if you have any knowledge or love of Paris. I can't recommend it enough.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Children and Adults September 11, 2009
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
We bought this book as we got our two and six year old boys psyched for Paris, but wound up falling in love with the book ourselves. Dated, sure, but so is Paris.

The best part was when we got back, because so many of the small things we did were in there (like boats in the fountain!). A great book for everyone.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book February 7, 2008
Format:Hardcover
Once I have found this book at Amazon and I wondered about the Czech name of the author. I got to explore the book and realized that he was a Czech, what a mystery, we have never been taught about him at school (of no type). His books were written in English after he emigrated from the Czechoslovakia and were never published in Czech. I got too amazed and curious about this book, so I bought it, read it and love it! All the pictures and the style he wrote it in. I just feel cheated, that we Czechs do not know nothing about this wonderful books and about the author.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Reminds us of Paris! November 30, 2010
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
After a trip to Paris last year I got this book as a reminder for myself and the kids as to the great experiences that you can have in Paris. I would definitely recommend it as a classic childrens book that adults can get a nostalgic kick out of as well. Its definitely helped the children "remember" more of the trip than they otherwise would have. Even if a reasonable amount of it is out of date, e.g. the class system on the metro, it still makes for a good histroy lesson about the change that Paris has experienced.
Comment | 
Was this review helpful to you?
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Illustrations are too cute.
My little boy and I enjoy identifying Paris's landmarks in the book. We are looking forward to visiting Paris and possibly seeing cats like the ones in the book.
Published 4 days ago by Marcelle Adam McBride
5.0 out of 5 stars My 3 year old loves it!
I thought I was buying this more for me, but my three year old insists that I read to her about Paris all the time. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Staci M. Schofield
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for a giftt!
I gave this to a young friend (9 year old young lady) who is heading to Paris with her family in August. It is a lovely introduction to Paris for her. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ann O. Lane
4.0 out of 5 stars Dated but fun
These books are nearly 5 decades old, and even with the end notes, they still feel very dated. But they give the kids a view of Paris, and they are entertaining. Read more
Published 3 months ago by P. Canniff
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Christmas present
This was just exactly what we wanted for a forth Christmas Present for our niece. Arrived in plenty of time.
Published 4 months ago by John G. Crandall
5.0 out of 5 stars Very educational!
We thought we were taking our almost 2 year-old to Paris with us when I bought this book. We ended up going without her, but my daughter loves reading this book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by PedoMom
5.0 out of 5 stars Larger than I expected! Informational, Educational
I admit, I didn't look at the size when I ordered the book. When it arrived, I was pleased to see it was a nice tall hardcover book in excellent condition, even though I bought it... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Fivekitten
4.0 out of 5 stars Brings back memories
Definitely outdated, though it was nice to see how things were in Paris several decades ago. After returning from Paris, I bought this book for our 2 year old son. Read more
Published 24 months ago by M. Gillett
5.0 out of 5 stars adorable children's book and great coffee table piece!
this book (and series!) is perfect for kids who love to read and are just learning to read. it is also is cute and looks great on an end table!
Published on June 16, 2011 by crw107
5.0 out of 5 stars a solid entry into the sasek collection
sasek's books are all visually lovely, no doubt about it, however they are also incredibly informative, which i quite appreciate. Read more
Published on May 23, 2011 by Mindful Consumer
Search Customer Reviews
Only search this product's reviews

What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?


Forums

There are no discussions about this product yet.
Be the first to discuss this product with the community.
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 



So You'd Like to...


Create a guide


Look for Similar Items by Category