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Eloise in Paris (Eloise)
Bonjour! Here's the thing of it: Paris has just been discovered by Eloise the little girl from the Plaza...
Here is what Eloise does in Paris: everything.
The effect is rawther extraordinaire. If you come to Paris with Eloise you will always be glad you did.
Eloise in Paris was first published in 1957, the second of the Eloise quartet, and an immediate bestseller. Kay Thompso...more
Here is what Eloise does in Paris: everything.
The effect is rawther extraordinaire. If you come to Paris with Eloise you will always be glad you did.
Eloise in Paris was first published in 1957, the second of the Eloise quartet, and an immediate bestseller. Kay Thompso...more
Hardcover, 72 pages
Published
May 1st 1999
by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
(first published 1957)
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Punctuation is an adult thing. This is evident in the breathless, tumbling dice style of storytelling that belongs to children. I remember proudly finishing my first short story ever in the first grade: it had plot, dialogue and a twist! (Yes, I was quite the Margot Tenenbaum--minus the eyeliner and creepy brotherly love.) I even folded the pages and stapled it to mimic grownupped-ness. My teacher ruthlessly crushed my aspirations by pointing out that it was just one loooooooooong run on sentenc...more
We've read several books featuring the rascally Eloise. Our girls like them and I was excited to read about her visit to Paris. I love France, and have been to Paris, so it was a little bit of nostalgia to me (the tourist sites, not the lavish lifestyle.)
We enjoy reading the books about her, even though I'm so tempted to say that she is just a spoiled, neglected-by-her-parents, rich brat. I didn't say that aloud, did I? I suppose this is one way to describe how "the other half live" (or is it m...more
We enjoy reading the books about her, even though I'm so tempted to say that she is just a spoiled, neglected-by-her-parents, rich brat. I didn't say that aloud, did I? I suppose this is one way to describe how "the other half live" (or is it m...more
Jan 05, 2009
Nikoya
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
4-6 years old
Shelves:
children-and-young-readers-books
I must confessed that I was introduced to Eloise from the fantastic cartoon series on Stars. So, I went to the library and picked up this book hoping that it would be just as fun; and I was not disappointed. My daughter and I just finished reading this book, which took a few nights to do, and I LOVED IT. The artwork is very fun and unique; and I like the simple splashes of color that the artist used. Furthermore, the writing is so much fun to read that I definitely got into the French Accents wh...more
Ughhh, whoever thought Eloise without Kay Thompson would work? Yes I love Knight's illustrations -- without those, I'd give this zero stars.
Whoever writes these does this very bad parody of the original Eloise. They are way too long, far too ridiculous, and just not Eloisey.
Well, I don't like the Christmas one, either, which I think Thompson did write. The Christmas one rhymes, good god. I guess these sequels are a good argument to quit while you're ahead.
Oh, and goodreads lists Thompson as t...more
Whoever writes these does this very bad parody of the original Eloise. They are way too long, far too ridiculous, and just not Eloisey.
Well, I don't like the Christmas one, either, which I think Thompson did write. The Christmas one rhymes, good god. I guess these sequels are a good argument to quit while you're ahead.
Oh, and goodreads lists Thompson as t...more
Aug 13, 2010
Judy
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
kids and adults both
Shelves:
books-from-1957,
children-s-lit
The second Eloise book was the #6 bestseller in 1957. I found it even more charming and funny than the first, perhaps because I know Paris better than Manhattan.
It is clear that Nanny had more fun in Paris and though Mother sends cables, we still do not meet her. You find out what it is like to fly in an airplane in 1957 with 37 pieces of luggage! Imagine that in today's world.
This was my first foray into the 1957 reading list and gave me hope that the year might not be all that boring.
It is clear that Nanny had more fun in Paris and though Mother sends cables, we still do not meet her. You find out what it is like to fly in an airplane in 1957 with 37 pieces of luggage! Imagine that in today's world.
This was my first foray into the 1957 reading list and gave me hope that the year might not be all that boring.
The cute, Hilariously clumsy Eloise who lives in new York gets a letter from her mother saying she has to go to Paris France France with her nanny. She does absolutely everything and speaks to almost everybody she sees in a very polite way in English and French..
What a craaazy life she has.
Really enjoyed both the text and the drawings even though the book is a bit long and takes time to finish it up.
What a craaazy life she has.
Really enjoyed both the text and the drawings even though the book is a bit long and takes time to finish it up.
I'm not sure I'm going to read any more Eloise. I liked Eloise and Eloise Takes A Bawth well enough although I found her quite annoying but this book just didn't charm me enough to get me past the annoyingness of the book—between Eloise and the writing style. I think I like her better in the Plaza.
I enjoyed this one a lot - the humor and run-on story was like the first and the illustrations were so good so good so good. My daughter liked parts of it too, a lot. Neither one of us knows much about Paris or French though so it was hard to read and over her (and my) heads in some sections. Still - worth it. And if I ever do go to Paris and learn some French I am taking this book with me.
And this is another of our all-time favorite picture books. It helps if you speak French, but that is not a requirement for the love. Beaucoup de these, beaucoup de those. . For a year, I had to read this to my youngest every night. Pas de quoi d'accord and zut! And ooo, we just LOVE room service! ;o) <3
The classic books about a young girl who lives at the Paris Plaza Hotel (in this book) and gets into a myriad of trouble there--as a kid I thought she was the bees knees, but as a parent I think she needed time out--tho' it does remind you that being a little naughty can be a good thing on occasion
The kids love this book, and they love the original Eloise. I mean, they really love this book. I hate this book, and I hate the original Eloise. I mean, I really hate this book. It's long, it drives me crazy, it's hard to read, it's obnoxious. But, they love it and I keep reading it. They'd give it 5 stars. I will compromise and give it 3.
This is a cute book that shows children examples of writing craft. There is no punctuation in the sentences so this would be a brand new look at writing! Also, some pages are written as lyrics. I would definitely read this book for the children so that they could look at the writing.
Love this as much as the first Eloise, although this one is more of a challenge to read aloud (my French lessons were far too long ago). Especially love the excitement of preparing for a trip, and Weenie and Skipperdee's facial expressions. Makes us giggle every time.
I got this book not because for little kids but for myself. I love Eloise. The illustrations are minimal colored but it's very unique and fun. This book is great if you have kids to read for bedtimes and such. It's a lot more fun to read it in French by the way.
Eloise is fun in a breathless, irrepressible way, a definite ancestor of Junie B. Jones. This is a fun little-rich-girl's look at Paris, but I wish it didn't say "froid is right; chaud is left." Just like with Junie B, incorrect grammar makes me cringe!
Eloise is still a pill in this book, but I loved it because I want to go to Paris, and I LOVE how she'll throw in French words with English. It was actually much cuter than the original book, and I think this one will definitely get passed along to the niece!
Cute. Hilarious. The references may be too dated for young readers. I can't see using this for a storytime but I can see offering it to more sophisticated readers to read on their own or with a parent.
[See my review for the first Eloise book- same thought applies]
The best line in this book, slightly paraphrased: "We ran into Mrs. Fifield- she was absolutely breathing."
The best line in this book, slightly paraphrased: "We ran into Mrs. Fifield- she was absolutely breathing."
Girlfriend goes to Paris and does what she does best: be fabulous.
Eloise is the original Fancy Nancy, or what have you these days. Classy to the core.
Eloise is the original Fancy Nancy, or what have you these days. Classy to the core.
While reading this to my daughter she interrupts and says, "Mommy, I want to be jump into the book and be with Eloise in Paris!!!" Too cute! Five starts!
Oct 28, 2009
Linh
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I thought that this book was amazing! The little girl is adorable, and the illustrations were great! I loved it; it is definitely a book that I'd reread.
Eloise is totally spoiled. This book may have been the inspiration for the Fancy Nancy books...only Fancy Nancy doesn't get to live in a hotel in New York (calling Room Service all the time)and flit off to Paris with her Nanny for touring and shopping sprees. Also, it was so LONG! Now, having said all of that...this was a very cute book and there is a reason that it is a classic. It has cute dialogue. It also is peppered with french words (which I kinda wish had pronunciations) but liked. Genevi...more
more mischief from that annoying and utterly entertaining child!
Who doesn't like to enjoy an Eloise book once in awhile?
Favorite of all the Eloise books EVER!!!!
I love Eloise wherever she is!
Eloise has the best life.
Until today, I was deprived of Eloise, but now I see what I have been missing. Eloise is a precocious, well-traveled 6-year-old who reminds me SO much of my oldest daughter because she is into everything, loves big words, and loves to act MUCH older and wiser. And, oh my Lord, (to borrow a phrase from Eloise), I do mean everything. Has to been seen to be believed. I have a feeling there is a lot of Eloise's little personality that is soon to be played out at my house. A book to enjoy, and be car...more
It was awesome!
Awesome!
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