Baron Haussmann – Mémoires du Baron Haussmann – Complete 3-volume set – Paris, Victor-Havard, 1890 – Original uniform bindings Complete three-volume set of the famous memoirs of Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, the prefect responsible for the great transformation of Paris under Napoleon III during the Second Empire. A highly important historical and urban planning work, offering a firsthand account of the modernization of 19th-century Paris, including the creation of the great boulevards, parks and public works that shaped the modern city. Published in Paris by Victor-Havard in 1890 (Deuxième Édition). Condition: Original uniform bindings in good antiquarian condition. Bindings remain solid and attractive with normal age-related wear and rubbing to the extremities. Interiors generally clean with light foxing and age toning consistent with the period. Complete set. A desirable decorative and historical set, appealing to collectors of: Paris history urbanism and architecture Second Empire history 19th century French books decorative antiquarian libraries Author: Baron Haussmann Title: Mémoires du Baron Haussmann Publisher: Victor-Havard, Paris Year: 1890 Edition: Deuxième Édition Language: French Binding: Original uniform bindings Volumes: Complete in 3 volumes