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    In today's episode of the podcast, Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin chat about contemporary french novels they enjoyed in the last few years. Interested in joining the 2024 Bootcamp? Here are the details! Contemporary French Novels: Reliving the Joys of France Through Literature For many travelers who have experienced the allure of France, reading books[...]
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  • November 26, 2023

In today’s episode of the podcast, Annie Sargent and Elyse Rivin chat about contemporary french novels they enjoyed in the last few years.

Interested in joining the 2024 Bootcamp? Here are the details! Contemporary French Novels: Reliving the Joys of France Through Literature

For many travelers who have experienced the allure of France, reading books set in that picturesque country often becomes a way to relive their adventures and memories. There’s a unique joy in immersing oneself in a narrative that unfolds in familiar streets, among the charming cafes, or within the historic walls that one may have walked through during their vacations in France. This connection between travel and literature is profound and personal, offering a portal back to those cherished moments.

 

Table of Contents for this Episode

  • Today on the podcast
  • Supporting the Podcast with Your Purchases
  • Podcast supporters
  • Bootcamp 2024
  • Annie and Elyse about Favorite French Novels
  • Facebook group moderator Jenny, keeps a list of books set in France or by French authors
  • The only street in Paris, Elaine Sciolino
  • Le Memoires d’Hadrien
  • Elyse’s list of Favourite Books set in France or by French Authors
  • Fred Vargas
  • Bernard Minier
  • Martin Walker
  • Tracy Chevalier Historical Novels
  • Kate Mosse
  • Books about World War II
  • Sarah’s Key, Tatiana de Ronay
  • All the Light We Cannot See, Anthony Doerr
  • Annie Arnault
  • Marguerite Duras
  • Youcenar
  • L’Élégance du Hérisson
  • Simone Weil
  • Thank you Patrons
  • Monthly meetings with patrons
  • Planning a trip to France?
  • Annie and Patricia: Possible Problems during the Paris Olympics
  • Copyright

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