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sjhazel1's review against another edition
5.0
“Toujours Provence” is, just as it’s predecessor, such a relaxing book to read. It dives into a time after the author has published his first book and tells of all the new changes that comes with local (and international) recognition. The tourists seem to never leave, but thankfully the delicious food and wine never fails to leave either!
lindasdarby's review against another edition
3.0
While I didn't enjoy this book as much as A Year in Provence this was a lovely read. It really makes me want to move to Provence and give up on all of my Oregon rain!
mjpaton's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
3.75
kyriegibson's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
3.5
I enjoyed reading about Provence again in this sequel. Very enlightening and still makes me want to go back.
nlfrey's review against another edition
5.0
Peter Mayle is quickly becoming a favorite of mine.
He's also giving me some crazy ideas. Crazy, "maybe-I-could-move-to-Europe!" type ideas.
Seriously, though, all envy of his living situation aside, the guy can write!
And since the vast majority of us won't ever be able to experience first hand living in the French countryside, it's wonderful to have someone who did experience that write it down for the rest of us to enjoy.
But I will warn you - this book has side effects. These include feeling nostalgic and homesick for a home and country you've never actually lived in, falling in love with France without ever stepping foot in the country, spending days dreaming and planning trips, and finding yourself researching how to move to Europe.
Excellent book. Enjoy.
He's also giving me some crazy ideas. Crazy, "maybe-I-could-move-to-Europe!" type ideas.
Seriously, though, all envy of his living situation aside, the guy can write!
And since the vast majority of us won't ever be able to experience first hand living in the French countryside, it's wonderful to have someone who did experience that write it down for the rest of us to enjoy.
But I will warn you - this book has side effects. These include feeling nostalgic and homesick for a home and country you've never actually lived in, falling in love with France without ever stepping foot in the country, spending days dreaming and planning trips, and finding yourself researching how to move to Europe.
Excellent book. Enjoy.
blueskygreentreesyellowsun's review against another edition
5.0
Every sequel has the potential to not only be terrible, but also to ruin the memory of the original book. Fortunately "Tourjours Provence" is just as charming and cheerful as "A Year in Provence"; devotees of the original can dive in without reservations.
kfish1829's review against another edition
5.0
“Light and loving…a welcoming, happy book.” That’s what the San Francisco Chronicle said about Toujours Provence and I wholeheartedly agree.
Toujours (Always) Provence is the sequel to Peter Mayle’s memoir “A Year in Provence.” Mayle is an Englishman who moved to Provence, France in the 80’s with his wife. Each chapter details a witty, comforting, and wholly entertaining anecdote about their day to day life in the French countryside. Topics range from truffle pigs, alcoholic wasps, birthday picnics, and other various gastronomic adventures. There are so many little lines that stand out and make you laugh, but you’ll have to read it for yourself to enjoy them. Once again, 5/5 and an ultimate favorite.
Toujours (Always) Provence is the sequel to Peter Mayle’s memoir “A Year in Provence.” Mayle is an Englishman who moved to Provence, France in the 80’s with his wife. Each chapter details a witty, comforting, and wholly entertaining anecdote about their day to day life in the French countryside. Topics range from truffle pigs, alcoholic wasps, birthday picnics, and other various gastronomic adventures. There are so many little lines that stand out and make you laugh, but you’ll have to read it for yourself to enjoy them. Once again, 5/5 and an ultimate favorite.