Robert Doisneau Paris

As a photographer, Robert Doisneau is renowned for his ability to infuse images of daily life with poetic nuance that imbued his photojournalism with an enduring popular appeal. Organized thematically, the book leads us on an entrancing tour through the gardens of Paris, along the Seine, and through the crowds of Parisians who define their beloved city. More than 600 photographs, many of which have never before been published, are assembled in this beautiful volume to create a unique portrait of Paris. The unprecedented scope of this collection provides the opportunity to study his more composed, aesthetically structured images alongside his snapshots, which showcase Doisneau's personal anecdotes of Parisian life. From toddlers scrambling to cross rue Rivoli to fresh-faced accordionists, from elegant dog-walkers to exuberant roller skaters, and from the indelible kiss in front of the Hotel de Ville to call girls striking a pose, the magic of Paris in black and white is a timeless treasure. The photographs, edited by Doisneau's daughters, are complemented by archived citations from the photographer himself, which reveal his profound fascination with the city where he lived and worked.