Is it a Bible of Paris or a grimoire? In this retro-chic book with a gilded edge and beautiful illustrations, author and creator Marin Montagut reveals his favorite addresses, guiding readers toward a dreamy, bygone Paris.

Through 475 historical addresses, in operation for thirty years or more, Marin Montagut opens the doors to his universe: flea markets, gilding workshops, boutiques, bookstores, cafés, restaurants, and museums… “Places where the floorboards creak, imbued with soul and scent, transporting us to another era,” explains the author, who illustrated the book with adorable watercolors, and drawings from antique mercantile stock lists.

Brimming with discoveries and offering a wide variety of recommendations, this guide is aimed at all curious souls and lovers of Paris. It has also attracted foreign publishers, with 80,000 co-published copies printed in seven languages to date.

Originally from Toulouse and proud Parisian for over 20 years, Marin Montagut has dedicated his work since 2019 to his adopted city. All his books have become bestsellers in France and around the world: 

Timeless Paris 

• Publication : 2021 
• Copies sold in France : 75,000 copies 
• Rights sold: English, German, Korean, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Traditional Chinese

Exraordinary Collections, French Interiors Flea Markets, Ateliers

Publication: 2023 

Rights sold: English, Italian, Japanese
Copies sold in France : 25,000 copies

Maison, Parisian Chic At Home (co-author Inès de la Fressange) 

• Publication: 2019 
• Rights sold: English, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Dutch
• Copies sold in France : 55,000 copies

Katja Petrovic 
September 2026