La France à la carte – Jean-Claude Raspiengeas

Jean-Claude Raspiengeas’s “La France à la carte” traces the vibrant, nostalgic, and fascinating history of French road maps, from the advent of the bicycle in the late 19th century to the age of the automobile. Through an investigation filled with encounters with enthusiasts and collectors of maps and Michelin guides, the author explores how these maps have shaped our history, our vacation memories, and our lifestyles.

As digital technology and GPS are transforming our relationship with time and space today, this account offers a fresh perspective on the evolution of travel and French society.

Format : 20,5cm x 14cm

313 pages

French edition

Printed in France