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"Unknown Paris, Paris at Night - The 1930s" is a collection of works by French photographer Brassaï (1899–1984). Published in 1977 by Misuzu Shobo and edited exclusively for Japan, this volume traces the city's other face, captured by the immigrant photographer during his nighttime walks in the 1930s. Through his interactions with writers and painters, Brassaï developed a unique perspective, discovering the faint light of human activity in the darkened street corners, bars, and the diverse figures of workers, prostitutes, and drunkards. The photographs in this book present the solitude and dynamism lurking in the shadows of the city without assertion, quietly conveying the depth of the social layers that Paris at the time faced. The fog-soaked cobblestone streets and dimly lit alleyways intersect with Brassaï's gaze as an observer, creating a book that transcends time and invites readers into the city's depths.