The Grand Literary Cafes of Europe

The cafe is a home away from home, where lively company, people watching and good food and drink can all provide inspiration for the writer and artist. This beautifully illustrated book takes the reader on a tour of the grand literary cafes of Britain and Europe, taking in cities as diverse as Paris, London, Barcelona, Rome and Prague. Looking at the famous writers and artists who frequented these historic places, the book celebrates their architecture, history, tradition, and food and drink, and provides an insight to their enduring charm and popularity.