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A Year in Provence (Paperback)

by Peter Mayle (Author)
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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin; New Ed edition (1 Jun 2000)
  • Language French
  • ISBN-10: 0140296034
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140296037
  • Product Dimensions: 19.9 x 12.9 x 2.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,608 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Enjoy an irresistible feast of humour and discover the joys of French rural living with Peter Mayle's bestselling, much-loved account of 'A Year In Provence'. Peter Mayle and his wife did what most of us only imagine doing when they made their long-cherished dream of a life abroad a reality: throwing caution to the wind, they bought a glorious two hundred year-old farmhouse in the Lubéron Valley and began a new life. In a year that begins with a marathon lunch and continues with a host of gastronomic delights, they also survive the unexpected and often hilarious curiosities of rural life. From mastering the local accent and enduring invasion by bumbling builders, to discovering the finer points of boules and goat-racing, all the earthy pleasures of Provençal life are conjured up in this enchanting portrait.

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Peter Mayle's work has been translated into twenty two languages. His previous books include A Year in Provence, Toujours Provence and his recent novels Anything Considered and Chasing Cezanne, available from Penguin.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully witty read., 28 Mar 2002
By phunt@antennaaudio.net (England / Italy) - See all my reviews
This is not a high-brow expose of French culture, but rather a pleasent account of a man and his wife doing what I wish I could, moving permanently to a quiet French village.
It's obvious that Peter Mayle is not short of a few pounds as he seems able to afford all rennovations to his house (any-one wishing to read an account of pennyless people moving to a foreign country should read 'Extra Virgin' by Annie Hawes) but this is not a DIY book either.
Peter Mayle has an effortless way to make his writing feel like a long letter to a friend.
You will not discover any ground breaking revelations here but, as one who spends time with an adopted continental family, I recognised many of the quirks which Peter Mayle describes (and my continental partner did not find it in the least offensive either). If you dont have a funny bone, dont read this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Witty account of a year in a foreign country, 16 Jun 2003
A Year in Provence ... Peter Mayle is a master of wit in this book. He seems to effortlessly bring his characters to life with their amusing quirks and behaviours. It is a very witty account of the problems Mayle encountered trying to get settled in the new country - trying to adapt and be accepted. This really is one of my laugh out loud books, and I would recommend it as such. Most countries/cultures have a few funny little quirky behaviours, that can be considered amusing if you can step back and see the funny side of life. If you can approach this book with that view in mind, and light-heartedly enjoy the diversity of cultures and their customs/ behaviours, you will indeed enjoy and appreciate this book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, could not put it down., 21 May 2002
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I could not put it down it was very funny and has introduced me to his other books. Despite what some other reviews might say it is not a poke at the French people. It is very obvious that Mayle is in love with the people and the country.
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5.0 out of 5 stars good service
read this book many years ago, decided to read it again, brillient , funny, escapism

thouroughly recommend
Published 3 months ago by Mrs M A Hind

4.0 out of 5 stars A Year of Surprises
This book provides a very intimate view of the author's experiences during his first year of living in Provence in the southeastern part of France. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Douglas P. Murphy

4.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading at its best
A wonderful easy read that should not be taken as seriously as some other reviewers have. It conjures up images of an almost idyllic lifestyle and I recognise many characters from... Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2001

1.0 out of 5 stars An awful book, which never ceases to insult the locals.
This book really is awful! It is not so much about Provence, more about how much smarter the author is than the quaint and funny locals. Read more
Published on 27 May 2001

1.0 out of 5 stars A second-rate travel magazine article
I am absolutely amazed that this book is as popular as it is. At best, it belongs as an article in a second-rate airline travel magazine, but that would be giving it too much... Read more
Published on 11 May 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars Now on my third copy
Being a junior doctor I spend many a long dark night in squallid hospital accomodation. It is at this time my thoughts drift back to my holidays en France. Read more
Published on 10 Feb 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars For Provence lovers in evey one of us
The great career of this book as international bestseller is easy to explain. Provance is a land where life is slower, people are charming, the weather is sunny. Read more
Published on 23 Jan 2001 by tal@gazeta.pl

1.0 out of 5 stars Mayle contrives a well-padded diary of a year in Provence
A Year in Provence ought to be subtitled "Mr Mayle's Well-Padded Diary". Its 12 monthly chapters focus on the renovation of an old house. Read more
Published on 19 Dec 2000

3.0 out of 5 stars Feel-good reading, short on style, long on descriptiveness
Peter Mayle gives us this easiest of "easy reads" in a style that dreamily portrays his adopted home with all the colour you could wish for. Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2000 by steveevans@t-online.de

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