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Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the French countryside with La Vie: A Year in Rural France by John Lewis-Stempel, an indie bestseller that has captured the hearts of readers around the globe. This enchanting memoir transports you to an idyllic lifestyle reminiscent of Peter Mayle, inviting you to experience the charm and simplicity of rural life.
In this captivating narrative, Lewis-Stempel recounts his transformative journey of purchasing an old farmhouse in the sun-drenched Charente region. Picture waking up to the sweet melodies of turtle doves, the delightful aroma of fresh-baked baguettes delivered by a warm-hearted baker, and the sight of wild boars gracefully roaming past your kitchen window. La Vie is not just a story; it's a heartfelt celebration of the art of living well.
Throughout the seasons, the author embraces the rhythms of peasant farming, yearning for self-sufficiency and a deeper connection with nature. Key highlights of his adventure include:
Join Lewis-Stempel as he fully embraces the essence of La Vie—the good life, beautifully encapsulated in this award-winning narrative. It’s an essential read for anyone yearning for a taste of rural tranquility and timeless beauty.
ISBN: | 9780857526458 |
Weight: | 322g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’