Edouard Fournier's Les Lanternes: Histoire de l'Ancien Eclairage de Paris sheds light on the fascinating history of lighting in the City of Light. From the oil lamps of the Middle Ages to the gas lamps of the 19th century, this book explores the evolution of street lighting in Paris and the social, cultural and technological changes that accompanied it. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of Paris or urban lighting.

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