French Dirt: The Story of a Garden in the South of France by Richard Goodman
French Dirt: The Story of a Garden in the South of France

Richard Goodman

French Dirt: The Story of a Garden in the South of France

Richard Goodman

203 pages first pub 1991 (view editions)

nonfiction memoir lighthearted slow-paced
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This book is ideal for readers who savor slow, reflective narratives celebrating the simple joys of connecting with nature and community through the humble, transformative act of gardening.

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A story about dirt--and about sun, water, work, elation, and defeat. And about the sublime pleasure of having a little piece of French land all to oneself to till. Richard Goodman saw the ad in the paper: SOUTHERN FRANCE: Stone house in Village ne...

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Community Reviews

3.48
based on 120 reviews

Moods

lighthearted: 70%

inspiring: 58%

hopeful: 52%

reflective: 52%

relaxing: 52%

adventurous: 35%

emotional: 23%

funny: 23%

informative: 23%


Pace

22% of readers chose fast
50% of readers chose medium
27% of readers chose slow
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