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The world’s most iconic drink didn’t just sparkle — it exploded into history. From the quiet monasteries of France to New York’s roaring jazz clubs, Wall Street trading floors, and Hollywood’s brightest red carpets, champagne has shaped — and been shaped by — the people who celebrate with it. In Pop!, acclaimed writer Julien Peltier uncorks the real story of champagne: a tale of ambition, danger, revolution, and reinvention. This is not just a wine book — it’s a sweeping, cinematic journey across three centuries. 🍾 Inside, discover the hidden world of champagne: How ...

Juliette Binoche is more than an actress—she is a force of nature. From her breakout role in The Unbearable Lightness of Being to her Oscar-winning turn in The English Patient, from the raw grief of Blue to the daring intensity of Certified Copy and Clouds of Sils Maria, Binoche has built a career defined by bold choices, fearless performances, and a refusal to be categorized. In The Enigma of Juliette Binoche, acclaimed biographer Julien Peltier takes readers on a sweeping journey through the life and career of one of France’s greatest cinematic treasures. With a narrative blending ...

Step into the extraordinary life of Isabelle Huppert, the actress who redefined what it means to be fearless on screen. From her quiet beginnings in Paris to international acclaim across Europe, Hollywood, and Asia, Huppert’s story is one of relentless daring. She has built a career not on safe choices, but on risks that pushed cinema itself forward—playing characters that disturb, provoke, and captivate in equal measure. In The Enigma of Isabelle Huppert, part of the acclaimed series The Stars of French Cinema, biographer Julien Peltier traces Huppert’s journey through decades of ...

Step onto the sun-soaked shores of the French Riviera, where history, glamour, and legend collide. From the glittering casinos of Monte Carlo to the sun-drenched beaches of Saint-Tropez, The Eternal Riviera takes you behind the velvet ropes of the world’s most legendary coastline. Travel through two centuries of intrigue, luxury, and artistry. Witness F. Scott Fitzgerald and Hemingway turning the Riviera into a literary paradise, Grace Kelly transforming Monaco into a real-life fairy tale, and Brigitte Bardot making Saint-Tropez the playground of desire. Follow the rise of Hollywood stars...

What if the American story could not be told without France? From the first French explorers who mapped the Mississippi to Lafayette charging into the Revolution, from Cajun settlers in Louisiana bayous to the Statue of Liberty rising above New York Harbor, France’s imprint on America runs deeper than most of us realize. In A Torch Across the Sea: France’s Forgotten Role in the Making of America, discover the sweeping, untold history of how France shaped the United States. With the pace of a novel and the depth of a historian, this book takes you inside dramatic moments and human ...

Gérard Depardieu: Larger Than Life – From Châteauroux Streets to the World Stage is a captivating biography that unveils the extraordinary journey of one of France’s most legendary and controversial actors. From a poor, restless boy in provincial France who could barely read, to an international superstar commanding Hollywood screens, Gérard Depardieu’s story is one of raw talent, resilience, and reinvention. He conquered audiences with unforgettable roles in Cyrano de Bergerac, Jean de Florette, Green Card, and The Man in the Iron Mask. But beyond his genius on screen, Depardieu ...

Paris is more than a city. It’s a story written in stone. From the sparkling Eiffel Tower to the haunting shadows of Père Lachaise Cemetery, every monument in Paris holds a secret. They are not just landmarks — they are witnesses to love, war, revolution, and rebirth. In this beautifully written journey, you’ll discover: • The Eiffel Tower’s hidden connection to the Statue of Liberty. • How Victor Hugo’s Hunchback of Notre-Dame saved a cathedral. • The blood-soaked truth behind the Place de la Concorde. • Napoleon’s dazzling tomb — and what it really says about power....

Emmanuel Macron: Jupiter in the Republic by Julien Peltier Can a president rule like a god — and still remain human? From his meteoric rise in 2017 to his stormy re-election in 2022, Emmanuel Macron has transformed French politics and polarized a nation. Branded “Jupiter” for his lofty style of governing, Macron shattered the traditional party system, survived the fury of the Yellow Vests, confronted a global pandemic, and stood firm against Russia’s war in Ukraine — all while facing relentless criticism at home. In this gripping and unflinching biography, Julien Peltier pulls ...

François Mitterrand: The Sphinx of the Fifth Republic By Julien Peltier He was the longest-serving president in French history — a man of paradoxes, secrets, and unshakable composure. François Mitterrand came to power in 1981 with a Socialist programme that promised transformation. By the end of his fourteen years at the Élysée, he had reshaped France, bound it more tightly to Europe, and left behind a legacy both celebrated and contested. Julien Peltier takes us inside the shifting worlds of Mitterrand’s presidency: the exhilaration of early reforms, the sharp turn to austerity, ...

Omar Sy: Rising Beyond Borders is the first volume in The Stars of French Cinema series, a collection of powerful biographies that bring France’s most remarkable actors and actresses to life for U.S. readers. From the streets of Trappes to the red carpets of Paris and Hollywood, Omar Sy’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. With his breakout César-winning role in The Intouchables and his global success as the gentleman thief in Netflix’s Lupin, Sy has become a cultural icon whose charisma, humor, and authenticity transcend borders. This biography goes beyond the spotlight, ...

Discover the life and artistry of Vincent Cassel, the French actor whose intensity, versatility, and fearlessness have captivated audiences worldwide. From his rebellious youth on the streets of Paris to his transformative performances in La Haine, Mesrine, and Hollywood blockbusters, Cassel has redefined what it means to be a global actor. In Vincent Cassel: The Chameleon of Cinema, explore: • How he transformed into some of cinema’s most unforgettable characters. • The philosophy and preparation behind his daring performances. • His journey from French cinema to Hollywood stardom....

The Yellow Vests: France’s Revolt Against the Elites – How a Grassroots Uprising Warns Us About the Future of Democracy What began as a protest over a fuel tax became one of the most explosive uprisings in modern Europe. Ordinary citizens in fluorescent jackets blocked highways, stormed the Champs-Élysées, and forced French President Emmanuel Macron to his knees. The Yellow Vest Movement wasn’t just about gas prices. It was about dignity, visibility, and a rebellion against a system that left millions behind. And while the world watched Paris burn, few realized that the story ...

Raphaël Quenard: The Future of French Cinema is the first English-language biography of the most electrifying French actor of his generation. From his humble beginnings in Gières to his César-winning breakthrough, Quenard has redefined what it means to act — not by playing the star system, but by tearing it apart. Unpolished, magnetic, unforgettable — Raphaël Quenard is the actor who refuses to be a star, even as he becomes one. Critics call him “a genius of disorder.” Directors call him “organized chaos.” Fans see in him a symbol of truth in a world of artifice. This book ...

Laicidad: Historia y Futuro del Laicismo en Francia por Julien Peltier Traducción Gáston Correa Más de un siglo después de la Ley de 1905 sobre la separación de la Iglesia y el Estado, la laicidad sigue siendo uno de los principios más debatidos y fundamentales de Francia. Este libro ofrece un recorrido completo desde sus orígenes en la Tercera República, pasando por las guerras, la descolonización, la inmigración, el terrorismo y la globalización, hasta los retos contemporáneos del siglo XXI. El lector encontrará un análisis detallado de: • La historia de la laicidad y su ...