A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle

In prose that skips along lightly, Mayle records the highlights of each month, from the aberration of snow in February and the algae-filled swimming pool of March through the tourist invasions and unpredictable renovations of the summer months to a quiet Christmas alone. Throughout the book, he paints colorful portraits of his neighbors, the Provençaux grocers and butchers and farmers who amuse, confuse, and befuddle him at every turn. A Year in Provence is part memoir, part homeowner's manual, part travelogue, and all charming fun.

Tuesday, September 14 at 2:30 p.m.

Upcoming Titles

October 12, 2:30 p.m. What Muslims Believe, John Bowker
Drawing on interviews with Muslims across the broad spectrum of Islamic thought, this book offers an insightful introduction to a major world faith. A living testimony to the rich diversity of Islam, Professor Bowker’s interviewees provide thought-provoking commentary on a wide range of issues, from the interpretation of Qur’an and the nature of Islamic law to the role of women and the concept of holy war.

November 9, 2:30 p.m. No Impact Man, Colin Beavan
A chronicle of the author and his family’s yearlong effort to leave as little impact on the environment as possible. Beavan captures his own shortcomings with candor and wit and offers surprising revelations

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