The Barber of Paris

By Paul de Kock

Book Overview

This charming novel by Paul de Kock explores the vibrant streets of 19th-century Paris through the eyes of a humble barber, who becomes entangled in the lives, loves, and secrets of his clients. Filled with humor, romance, and lively characters, the story offers a lighthearted yet insightful look into Parisian society. De Kock's wit and keen observation make this a delightful read for those interested in both comedy and human nature.

Charles Paul de Kock (1793-1871) was a French novelist. His stories are mostly of middle-class Parisian life, of guinguettes and cabarets and equivocal adventures of one sort or another. The most famous are Andr le Savoyard and Le Barbier de Paris.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1434422453
• ISBN13: 9781434422453
• Release Date: October 2024
• Publisher: Wildside Press
• Length: 562 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"