George Orwell is perhaps best known for his seminal works 1984 and Animal Farm. One of his lesser-known works that I’ve come to appreciate is Down and Out in Paris and London. The book is an examination of working-class poverty … Continue reading
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Homelessness in Paris
Homelessness is an issue in any big city, but it’s an absolute epidemic here in Paris. The local phrase translates into English as “sleeping rough,” and from what I can tell by conversing with fellow Parisians, it’s only been on … Continue reading