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The Incorrigible Optimists Club by Jean-Michel Guenassia is a mesmerizing journey through the heart of 1959 Paris, a city alive with the spirit of resilience and the vibrant tales of its immigrant neighborhoods.
Join young Michel Marini, a curious 12-year-old with an insatiable love for reading and photography, as he wanders into the captivating world hidden within the walls of his local bistro. Here, amidst the clatter of football and whispers of the Algerian War, Michel stumbles upon a clandestine gathering of Eastern European men. Their profound stories, woven with themes of love and dreams, reveal stark realities of life beyond the Iron Curtain.
Winner of the Prix des Libraires, The Incorrigible Optimists Club is not just a novel but a celebration of the human spirit. Guenassia's enchanting narrative invites readers to immerse themselves in the intricate lives of characters who share their pasts, painting a rich portrait of hope and camaraderie. Each page invites reflection on personal journeys and the indomitable will to dream.
Experience this extraordinary tale today and embark on a journey where optimism triumphs, and the power of storytelling unites us all.
ISBN: | 9781848875425 |
Author: | Jean-Michel Guenassia |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Atlantic Books |
Publisher: | Atlantic Books |
Dimensions: | 132 x 198 x 43 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 July, 2015 |
Pagination: | 640 pages |
Weight: | 444g |
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.’