The French Market at Marin County’s Civic Plaza was inspired by the famed Saint-Ouen antiques and second-hand market on the outskirts of Paris.

Paris (CNN) — Booksellers have plied their trade along the banks of the River Seine for about 450 years, their time-battered green boxes a Paris institution as treasured as freshly baked baguettes.

Second-hand books, new prizes and reading for pleasure were on the agenda at last week’s three-day Paris Book Festival, which closed its doors on Sunday evening (13th April).

The French Market in San Rafael was inspired by the famed Saint-Ouen antiques and second-hand market on the outskirts of Paris. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 75°F.