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A Year in Provence

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER In this witty and warm-hearted account, Peter Mayle tells what it is like to realize a long-cherished dream and actually move into a 200-year-old stone farmhouse in the remote country of the Lubéron with his wife and two large dogs.

He endures January’s frosty mistral as it comes howling down the Rhône Valley, discovers the secrets of goat racing through the middle of town, and delights in the glorious regional cuisine. A Year in Provence transports us into all the earthy pleasures of Provençal life and lets us live vicariously at a tempo governed by seasons, not by days.

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ISBN-139780679731146
ISBN-100679731148
PublisherVintage
Publication Date1991
EditionReprint
Languageen
Pages224
Dimensionsin x in x in
Weight lbs

“Delightful.” —The Washington Post

“Get a glass of marc, lean back in your most comfortable chair, and spend a delicious year in Provence.” –George Lang

“Engaging, funny and richly appreciative.” —The New York Times Book Review

“Stylish, witty, delightfully readable.” —The Sunday Times (London)

“Fascinating.” —Christian Science Monitor

“I really loved this book.” –Julia Child

Peter Mayle

Peter Mayle, celebrated British author, is best known for his evocative works that document life in the scenic landscapes of rural France. Born in Brighton, England in 1939, Mayle moved to France in the late 1980s. His decision to relocate birthed his most renowned work, “A Year in Provence,” a vividly descriptive memoir celebrating the cultural beauty of rural France—an admiration which features prominently in much of his subsequent work.

Mayle’s successful literary career spans across genres and audiences, catering to both adults and children. However, it’s his humorous accounts of his experiences as a British expatriate in France that have gained him international acclaim, turned into a BBC series and translated into numerous languages. His other prominent works include “Toujours Provence” and “Encore Provence.” Prior to the Provencal books, Mayle had an illustrious career in advertising and authored educational books, which each showcase his ability to engage a broad range of audiences.

Peter Mayle’s impact on literature earned him the British Book Awards “Author of the Year” in 1992, and in 2002, the French government honored him with the prestigious Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur for his cultural contributions. A captivating storyteller, Mayle’s works continue to inspire readers with his profound love for French culture and its people. He passed away in 2018, leaving behind a rich legacy in travel and memoir literature.

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