Provence, Je T’aime
Provence, Je T’aime by Gordon Bitney, published by Ardath House in February 2013, is a captivating exploration of the renowned French region of Provence. This edition, written in French and spanning 210 pages, invites readers to experience the rural beauty and sunny splendor of the area through the eyes of the Bitneys, who have recently purchased a villa there. The narrative unfolds as they embark on summer adventures, renovating their home and traveling along lavender-scented backroads, while discovering the region’s rich offerings of wines, cheeses, olives, and escargots.
Readers will find a blend of travel and social insights as the Bitneys navigate their new life in Provence, encountering humorous challenges with local tradesmen and adjusting to a different culture. The book highlights the picturesque landscapes, including vineyards and orchards, and captures the essence of both country fare and haute cuisine in southern France. Provence, Je T’aime presents a vivid portrayal of customs and traditions, making it an engaging read for those interested in travel and the unique lifestyle of this enchanting region.
Official synopsis Publisher
You have been invited to visit the famous French region of Provence, to experience its rural beauty and sunny splendour. Your guide is Gordon Bitney who, with his wife, has just bought a villa there.
Join the Bitneys on summer adventures as they renovate their villa and travel lavender-scented backroads, visiting ancient châteaux and Roman ruins. Discover, along with them, the region’s bounty through its wines, cheeses, olives and escargots. Follow their adjustment to a different culture and their humorous challenges in dealing with tradesmen who have their own ideas about everything, including what day they will arrive. Bicycle past vineyards and orchards that are drenched by storms and warmed by the southern sun, and then harvest grapes in the fall with a vineyard owner.
From country fare to haute cuisine in the south of France, Provence, je t’aime radiates good food and heart-warming pleasure from every page. If you have been to Provence, after reading this book you will want to return; if you haven’t yet visited you will yearn to go.
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