Review of Beyond Paris
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Review of Beyond Paris
[Following is a volunteer review of "Beyond Paris" by Paul Alexander Casper.]
Travel gives us the opportunity to see the world in a new light and partake in a wide range of experiences. The rises and falls, the frustrations and thrills, the regrets and pains, and most importantly, the discoveries and takeaways from traveling and dwelling internationally are discussed in detail in this book, entitled Beyond Paris, which has 18 chapters. While traveling across 20 countries in Asia and Europe, the author's strong spirit was unexpectedly exposed. However, all of this was not a cakewalk for him, as he had to overcome multiple challenges that left him depleted and forced him to reconsider his plans to stay in Paris. Read this enlightening and awe-inspiring memoir, which is full of fantastic and unexpected journeys by Paul.
To me, Paul Alexander Casper’s dilemmas as a fashion designer who was making a living for himself were enchanting. He demonstrated how determined he is to prosper and how committed he is to work outside of his comfort zone. The self-doubts he underwent while working abroad and the obstacles he faced proved that he had the fortitude to persevere. An additional strength of the story was its ability to create an unforeseen sequence of events with each situation. The norms and traditions of Paris and other foreign countries have also taught me a lot about things I didn't know about my own culture.
The overall narrative has been so engaging and full of wonder that I didn't have trouble reading the book, even if it is protracted. However, to my dismay, the memoir included a few parts and scenes that could have been obstructed outright. Because many of the words and phrases in this book are cryptic and contain a profound meaning that not everyone can grasp, using a dictionary to decipher their definition can be a bit disconcerting. Furthermore, several scenes end, and a new one begins without addressing the previous scene, which I find disorienting.
Most of each chapter was a pleasure to read, and I believe the lessons gleaned from Paul's struggles are ones that we can all apply. People who finish the book, as I did, will likely have a number of realizations afterward. The idea that the author can make an emotional connection with his readers just adds to my appreciation for this book. Additionally, it's reassuring to know that the author has given me a better understanding of what it's like to live in Paris. Because of this, I'm giving it a 3 out of 4 stars rating. My displeasure with this work stems from the reasons I outlined in the preceding paragraph.
This book is intended for people who appreciate reading autobiographies and memoirs of people with comparable circumstances to their own. People from many walks of life will benefit from this book, which has a great deal to learn. After reading this, you'll be inspired to rethink your plans to travel and work abroad in a more critical way.
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Beyond Paris
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Travel gives us the opportunity to see the world in a new light and partake in a wide range of experiences. The rises and falls, the frustrations and thrills, the regrets and pains, and most importantly, the discoveries and takeaways from traveling and dwelling internationally are discussed in detail in this book, entitled Beyond Paris, which has 18 chapters. While traveling across 20 countries in Asia and Europe, the author's strong spirit was unexpectedly exposed. However, all of this was not a cakewalk for him, as he had to overcome multiple challenges that left him depleted and forced him to reconsider his plans to stay in Paris. Read this enlightening and awe-inspiring memoir, which is full of fantastic and unexpected journeys by Paul.
To me, Paul Alexander Casper’s dilemmas as a fashion designer who was making a living for himself were enchanting. He demonstrated how determined he is to prosper and how committed he is to work outside of his comfort zone. The self-doubts he underwent while working abroad and the obstacles he faced proved that he had the fortitude to persevere. An additional strength of the story was its ability to create an unforeseen sequence of events with each situation. The norms and traditions of Paris and other foreign countries have also taught me a lot about things I didn't know about my own culture.
The overall narrative has been so engaging and full of wonder that I didn't have trouble reading the book, even if it is protracted. However, to my dismay, the memoir included a few parts and scenes that could have been obstructed outright. Because many of the words and phrases in this book are cryptic and contain a profound meaning that not everyone can grasp, using a dictionary to decipher their definition can be a bit disconcerting. Furthermore, several scenes end, and a new one begins without addressing the previous scene, which I find disorienting.
Most of each chapter was a pleasure to read, and I believe the lessons gleaned from Paul's struggles are ones that we can all apply. People who finish the book, as I did, will likely have a number of realizations afterward. The idea that the author can make an emotional connection with his readers just adds to my appreciation for this book. Additionally, it's reassuring to know that the author has given me a better understanding of what it's like to live in Paris. Because of this, I'm giving it a 3 out of 4 stars rating. My displeasure with this work stems from the reasons I outlined in the preceding paragraph.
This book is intended for people who appreciate reading autobiographies and memoirs of people with comparable circumstances to their own. People from many walks of life will benefit from this book, which has a great deal to learn. After reading this, you'll be inspired to rethink your plans to travel and work abroad in a more critical way.
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Beyond Paris
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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