French Inspiration

A dazzling biography of the French literary superstar Colette, who is also the subject of a major motion picture. “A fine and intelligent biography of Colette, with her long tumultuous life and the great body of her work scrupulously considered and presented with style.”—The New York...

In 1995, Jean-Dominique Bauby was the editor-in-chief of French Elle, the father of two young childen, a 44-year-old man known and loved for his wit, his style, and his impassioned approach to life. By the end of the year he was also the victim of a rare kind of stroke to the brainstem. After...

From Conan Doyle and Rudyard Kipling to Satyajit Ray and R. K. Narayan, this text is a collection of spine-chilling tales of the supernatural from India...

La Bella Figura is a lifestyle guide for the woman who aspires to live a European-style life filled with simple pleasures and wants to look good while she does it. It is about making your life richer with less, not more, just like European women do. Who Should Read This Book: * Do you feel overwhelmed and yearn for a life where you spend the majority of your time, money and energy toward what you think really matters? * Have you ever looked in your closet and felt overwhelmed by the sheer number of clothing items you own and yet still feel as if you have nothing to wear? * Do you want to ...

Thad Carhart never realized there was a gap in his life until he happened upon Desforges Pianos, a demure little shopfront in his Pairs neighborhood that seemed to want to hide rather than advertise its wares. Like Alice in Wonderland, he found his attempts to gain entry rebuffed at every turn...

As the intellectual fountainhead of the ideology of Hindutva, which is in political ascendancy in India today, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar is undoubtedly one of the most contentious political thinkers and leaders of the twentieth century. Accounts of his eventful and stormy life have oscillated...

As the intellectual fountainhead of the ideology of Hindutva, which is in political ascendancy in India today, Vinayak Damodar Savarkar is undoubtedly one of the most contentious political thinkers and leaders of the twentieth century. Accounts of his eventful and stormy life have oscillated...

Et si trouver le bonheur était plus simple que vous ne le pensez? Dans son livre « À 21 jours du bonheur », l’experte en bonheur Ingrid Kelada vous montre comment découvrir la joie grâce à des conseils basés sur la science que vous pouvez appliquer dès aujourd’hui. Avec plus de 25 ans d’expérience en psychologie, Ingrid partage 21 stratégies concrètes pour vous aider à vous sentir plus motivé, productif et épanoui. Chaque « jour » de ce guide pratique se concentre sur un aspect clé de la vie, de la gestion de votre santé et de votre temps à l'amélioration de vos ...

From four stunning and accomplished French women—a charming bestseller about how to slip into your inner cool and be a Parisienne. In short, frisky sections, these Parisian women give you their very original views on style, beauty, culture, attitude and men. The authors—Anne Berest, Audrey...

What elevates teaching my mother how to give birth, what gives the poems their disturbing brilliance, is Warsan Shire's ability to give simple, beautiful eloquence to the veiled world where sensuality lives in the dominant narrative of Islam; reclaiming the more nuanced truths of earlier times -...

Considered one of the greatest—and most influential—writers of the twentieth century, Marcel Proust was also one of its most fascinating figures. A strange, reclusive genius who often lay in bed for days at a time obsessively rewriting his masterpiece, Remembrance of Things Past, Proust was...

From the bestselling authors of How to be Parisian—”a book to read late at night in one go and then buy for your girlfriends” (Vogue UK) about what smart, savvy, fabulous women think, feel, and advise about growing older. Older, but Better, but Older has the playful wit, self deprecation...

Embark on an enchanting journey through the life of one of the most influential and captivating figures in modern art in "Claude Monet: The Master of Impressionism." This book offers a comprehensive exploration of Monet's life, from his early days to the monumental legacy that continues to inspire artists and art lovers worldwide. Claude Monet stands as one of the most influential artists in history due to his pioneering role in the Impressionist movement, which revolutionized the art world. His innovative use of light and color challenged traditional artistic conventions and opened new ...

Et si chaque jour était une véritable opportunité de transformer votre esprit, vos émotions et votre façon de vivre ? Ce livre est cette invitation. « Un café avec la philosophie – 366 réflexions et défis pour cultiver la paix, le courage et l'authenticité » est un calendrier annuel qui allie les grandes idées de l'humanité à des pratiques simples, profondes et applicables au quotidien. Un compagnon quotidien pour celles et ceux qui aspirent à vivre avec plus de présence, de légèreté et de sens. Chacun des 366 jours de l'année vous propose : ✔ Une citation marquante ...

A woman hiding out in Provence. A handsome police art detective. Boy meets girl. Simple, right? Not this time. He's looking for stolen California paintings reportedly for sale in Provence. She's trying to stay under the radar. Both share a love of food and wine. And why are those young Afghan girls hiding out in the French chef’s home? If you liked Dianne Harman's award-winning novel, Blue Coyote Motel, you don't want to miss Coyote in Provence. Great mystery, wine, mouth-watering food, and art in romantic Provence. WARNING: Reading this book could cause serious food fantasies! This is ...

Face aux questions de la vie, nous avons tous besoin de mentors. Pour trouver le sien, Tim Ferriss a suivi plus de 100 personnalités qui ont en commun d'être les meilleures dans leur domaine. Au fil d'anecdotes et de portraits inspirants, il partage leurs secrets de réussite, leurs leçons de vie, leurs raisons d'être, ce qui les motive, ce qui les rend heureux, ce qui les a aidés quand ils en avaient besoin...

“In Beautiful Distance, Nao-Cola Yamazaki untangles and illuminates, vividly and delicately, all of the unspoken emotions that exist between their characters. This novel moved me to tears.” —Hiromi Kawakami, Booker Award-shortlisted author of Strange Weather in Tokyo From one of...

Il est de ces individus qui réussissent incroyablement, mais leur force tient en général à un détail qui change tout : une habitude, un mode de vie, un état d'esprit. Cet ouvrage regroupe des entretiens avec des personnalités mondiales au sommet de leur art menés par Tim Ferriss dans le cadre de son Tim Ferriss Show, l'un des podcasts les plus téléchargés aux États-Unis.

From the beloved creators of AT Frenchies, a witty, heartfelt, and delightfully practical guide to finding a happier life by embracing l’art de vivre—the French art of living. Best friends Alex and Tom grew up in Paris chasing their soccer dreams before an unexpected twist landed them in...

Love and hope often arrive in the strangest places and in the strangest ways. During his tour of duty in Iraq, LtCol Jay Kopelman of the U.S. Marines endured the emotional stress common for those involved in bloody battles for freedom. Although the rules forbid pets, Kopelman and his comrades...