From enlightening guides to inspiring memoirs, we’ve got you covered for the season with these six new or recently published books by Francophile authors
How To Be French
by Janine Marsh
What does it mean to be French? Is it pausing to enjoy a glass of good wine or a spread of cheese? Being a flâneur along avenues and cobbled streets steeped in history? Knowing just how to dress so you always look effortlessly chic? Janine has all the answers in this lighthearted guide.
Frommer’s France (Complete Guide) co-authored by
Tristan Rutherford
This is savvy, dependable and not based on one or two short trips to France, but on a lifetime of exploration. Tristan and his co-authors offer a detailed commentary on France’s sights and introduce you to restaurants, offbeat attractions and shops that few tourists know to visit.
Amuse Bouche: How To Eat Your Way Around France
by Carolyn Boyd
In this beautifully illustrated, joyous celebration of French food, Carolyn shares the stories behind the country’s most fascinating specialities and ingredients. Spanning every region of France and divided into 200 separate vignettes, each entry blends history with travel, and personal anecdote with delicious recipes.
Paddling France
by Anna Richards
Published by Bradt Guides, this is the first practical guidebook to exploring the country by SUP, kayak and canoe. Experienced paddleboarder, travel writer and local resident Anna has toured France’s rivers, lakes and coasts to handpick 40 outstanding itineraries that suit all abilities.
Rough Guide to Corsica
by Zoë Smith
This dedicated guide to the ‘Isle of Beauty’ has been compiled by Zoë and other destination experts, combining must-see sights with lesser-known places. It’s ideal for independent travellers and offers essential tips for planning and on-the-ground adventures.
Fiesta: A Journey Through Festivity by Daniel Stables
Expected out on 14 August, Fiesta is a journey through human festivity, told through colourful travel narratives set at some of the world’s most eye-catching festivals. France features in Chapter 8, an account of Dan’s experiences at the Pèlerinage Gitan in the Camargue.
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