Living French

Author : Florence de Dampierre
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-13
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9780847846375

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French Chic Living by Florence de Dampierre Pdf

Wonderfully accessible ideas for maintaining a stylish home, drawing on the ways French mothers and grandmothers manage their households. French houses ooze with charm—and their inhabitants, despite busy schedules, regularly entertain at home. What are the secrets for leading such a chic lifestyle? In this insightful tome, lavishly illustrated with images of a country residence in a romantic French town, de Dampierre shares her knowledge of ways to achieve a warm and inviting home. Her continental traditions make beautifying your house a joy. Household chores—from stocking the pantry to washing and storing delicate linens to cleaning wooden and stone surfaces—are discussed. Tips for adorning your home range from lining dresser drawers with pretty papers and enhancing them with homemade scents to creating delicate floral arrangements of fresh-cut blooms for pleasant accents throughout your rooms. Basic instructions are also provided for designing a simple and attractive aromatic kitchen garden full of herbs, fruit, and vegetables, whether on a plot of land or in attractive containers; its produce then becomes the basis for preparing fresh, seasonal recipes to share with family and friends.

Author : Thomas William Knight
Publisher : Hodder Education
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 0340990740

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Living French by Thomas William Knight Pdf

Do you want to learn French or brush up what you already know? Are you planning a trip to France or preparing for an exam? Are you looking for a course with a traditional approach to language learning, based on solid grammatical foundations, translation skills and practical vocabulary? If so, this is the course for you. The material covers a variety of everyday topics in a simple, concise manner. There are many examples and explanations to illustrate how the language works and to build confidence. Each unit, designed to build systematically on what you have already learned, contains: clear grammar explanations vocabulary lists reading material consisting of a story, dialogue or letter questions for speaking practice exercises There are also revision units to help you practice what you are learning. At the back of the book, an exercise key enables you to check your answers while grammar and vocabulary sections provide a useful reference. The accompanying CD will help you with listening and speaking. In addition to a full pronunciation section, it contains reading passages or dialogues from the course book, followed by comprehension questions in French, together with model answers.

Author : Sharon Santoni
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-08
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781423642794

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My French Country Home by Sharon Santoni Pdf

Entertaining at home in gracious French style. Born from her experience of everyday living in France, Sharon Santoni reveals the gracious, easy French way of entertaining guests at her countryside home, year-round. Personal stories evoke the spirit of the French lifestyle, while gorgeous photos make us feel right at home. Santoni creates lush bouquets from her garden and utilizes resources from surrounding nature to lay gorgeous tables both indoors and outdoors. Venues range from a Sunday morning breakfast on the patio, to a ladies lunch in her lush garden, a formal dinner in her dining room, and a picnic by the river. Santoni also shares 15 favorite recipes utilizing seasonal foods. Find inspiration for your tables throughout the seasons, and discover the simple pleasure of entertaining friends and family. Sharon Santoni writes the popular blog My French Country Home. She is the author of My Stylish French Girlfriends (Gibbs Smith). She resides in Normandy, France.

Author : Mark Greenside
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2018-05-08
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781510731110

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(Not Quite) Mastering the Art of French Living by Mark Greenside Pdf

WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER Every year upon arriving in Plobien, the small Breton town where he spends his summers, American writer Mark Greenside picks back up where he left off with his faux-pas–filled Francophile life. Mellowed and humbled, but not daunted (OK, slightly daunted), he faces imminent concerns: What does he cook for a French person? Who has the right-of-way when entering or exiting a roundabout? Where does he pay for a parking ticket? And most dauntingly of all, when can he touch the tomatoes? Despite the two decades that have passed since Greenside’s snap decision to buy a house in Brittany and begin a bi-continental life, the quirks of French living still manage to confound him. Continuing the journey begun in his 2009 memoir about beginning life in France, (Not Quite) Mastering the Art of French Living details Greenside’s daily adventures in his adopted French home, where the simplest tasks are never straightforward but always end in a great story. Through some hits and lots of misses, he learns the rules of engagement, how he gets what he needs—which is not necessarily what he thinks he wants—and how to be grateful and thankful when (especially when) he fails, which is more often than he can believe. Introducing the English-speaking world to the region of Brittany in the tradition of Peter Mayle’s homage to Provence, Mark Greenside’s first book, I’ll Never Be French, continues to be among the bestselling books about the region today. Experienced Francophiles and armchair travelers alike will delight in this new chapter exploring the practical and philosophical questions of French life, vividly brought to life by Greenside’s humor and affection for his community.

Author : Barbara de Nicolay
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9782080203106

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French Chateau Living by Barbara de Nicolay Pdf

Providing intimate insight into life in a French château, this volume takes readers on an insider’s tour of the Château du Lude, a private residence that features its original decorative interiors. Nestled in the idyllic Loire Valley, the Château du Lude is one of the most historic châteaus in France; Bluebeard besieged the castle on his way to join Joan of Arc’s crusade, and it earned the rare distinction of having survived the French Revolution intact. Today, the Lude is inhabited and impeccably maintained by the Count and Countess Louis-Jean de Nicolay, whose family has owned the property for over 250 years. They invite readers to discover the château’s well-preserved interiors and gardens, which feature a medieval kitchen, an Italian Renaissance studiolo, and exceptional horse stables, offering a glimpse into the lifestyle of the château’s inhabitants, past and present. Newly commissioned photographs offer unprecedented access into the hidden corners of the estate otherwise closed to the general public.

Author : Mark Greenside
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781416586876

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I'll Never Be French (no Matter what I Do) by Mark Greenside Pdf

Author and teacher Mark Greenside recounts his struggles to fit into the life of a small Celtic village in Brittany.

Author : P. McPhee
Publisher : Springer
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006-10-10
Category : History
ISBN : 9780230228818

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Living the French Revolution, 1789-1799 by P. McPhee Pdf

What did it mean to live through the French Revolution? This volume provides a coherent and expansive portrait of revolutionary life by exploring the lived experience of the people of France's villages and country towns, revealing how The Revolution had a dramatic impact on daily life from family relations to religious practices.

Author : Cathy Yandell
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2023-05-23
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781250777997

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The French Art of Living Well by Cathy Yandell Pdf

In the tradition of Bringing up Bebe and French Toast, Cathy Yandell's The French Art of Living Well is a delightful look at French culture, from literature to cuisine to humor and more, showing how the French have captured that magic elixir known as joie de vivre. What is joie de vivre, and why is it a fundamentally French concept? In search of those ineffable qualities that make up the joy of living, this lively book takes readers on a voyage to France through forays into literature, history, and culture. How does art contribute to daily life? Why is cuisine such a central part of French existence? Why are the French more physical than many other cultures? How do French attitudes toward time speak volumes about their sense of pleasure and celebration? And finally, to what extent is this zest for life exportable? These and other questions give way to a dynamic sketch of French life today. Peppered with anecdotes and humor, this book uncovers some of the secrets of the celebrated French art of living well. Drawing from her years of living in France as a student, professor, and mother, Yandell crafts an honest and profound appraisal of French culture and how la joie de vivre can be developed in anyone’s life.

Author : Charles Faudree
Publisher : Gibbs Smith
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781423614258

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Charles Faudree's Country French Living by Charles Faudree Pdf

One of America's top 100 designers, Charles Faudree has worldwide appeal with his interpretation of Country French. Charles Faudree's Country French Living features his newest room designs. From the entryway to the dressing room to walls, dining rooms, and outdoor spaces, Charles teaches principles of design that make a house a Country French home:

Author : Dudley Marchi
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-07
Category : French
ISBN : 9781365209321

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FraNCe: The French Heritage of North Carolina (In Living Color) by Dudley Marchi Pdf

There is a subtle but significant French heritage in North Carolina. Towns such as Bath, Beaufort, New Bern, and La Grange are testimony to the settlements of French Huguenots in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. The city of Fayetteville is named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French ally during the American Revolution. The first European explorers to the North Carolina region were, in fact, French (1524). French Huguenots migrated to the state as early as 1690 and many North Carolinians have last names of French origin. North Carolina has many other place names and remnants of French presence since the early colonial period. This book traces the historical presence of the French in NC from the state's origins to the present and tells the story of a little-known part of the state's cultural heritage. (Color photos and images).

Author : Gaelle Graham
Publisher : Teach Yourself
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1473621720

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TYS COMPLETE FRENCH by Gaelle Graham Pdf

Move confidently from beginner to intermediate level with this complete course that enables you to master the four key skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review you will get the knowledge to use the language how you want to when you want to - from giving opinions to planning events.With our interactive Discovery Method, you'll absorb language rules faster, remember what you learn easily, and put your French into use with confidence.COMPLETE FRENCH delivers noticeable results through:Learn to learn section - tips and skills on how to be a better language learnerOutcomes-based learning - focus your studies with clear aimsDiscovery Method - figure out rules and patterns yourself to make the language stickTest yourself - see and track your own progressVocabulary building - thematic lists and activities to help you learn vocabulary quickly

Author : Everest Media,
Publisher : Everest Media LLC
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2022-08-29T22:59:00Z
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9798350018035

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Summary of Mark Greenside's (Not Quite) Mastering the Art of French Living by Everest Media, Pdf

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 I start reserving my car in January, when I’m feeling most optimistic about the Giants and least optimistic about the Giants and a new year. I always call Rob, who has his own agency and always manages to get me a discount greater than everyone else’s. #2 In France, people are used to lines. They don’t understand why Americans are upset when they have to wait in line. I was lost for thirty minutes in the airport, and when I finally found the TT phone, I was directed to Renault, the car rental agency. #3 I pick up the phone and speak with a man who says yes before I can even ask if he speaks English. He takes me to the van, puts my bags in the back, and races to the car rental location. I walk into the Renault office, and the lady there speaks English. #4 I had driven from Renault to the Total station, following the directions on Mapquest. I was going to Senlis because it was only 20 miles away from the highway exit and avoided the Périphérique, a 36-kilometer bypass loop that circles Paris.

Author : Jane Gilbert
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-02-17
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781139495554

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Living Death in Medieval French and English Literature by Jane Gilbert Pdf

Medieval literature contains many figures caught at the interface between life and death - the dead return to place demands on the living, while the living foresee, organize or desire their own deaths. Jane Gilbert's original study examines the ways in which certain medieval literary texts, both English and French, use these 'living dead' to think about existential, ethical and political issues. In doing so, she shows powerful connections between works otherwise seen as quite disparate, including Chaucer's Book of the Duchess and Legend of Good Women, the Chanson de Roland and the poems of Francois Villon. Written for researchers and advanced students of medieval French and English literature, this book provides original, provocative interpretations of canonical medieval texts in the light of influential modern theories, especially Lacanian psychoanalysis, presented in an accessible and lively way.

Author : Alain Braux
Publisher : Alain Braux
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2010-10
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780984288311

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Living Gluten and Dairy-Free with French Gourmet Food by Alain Braux Pdf

Chef Braux demonstrates a vast knowledge of the gluten-free, casein-free diet, bringing together in one book not only how and why this diet works for both individuals on the Autism spectrum and for those diagnosed with Celiac disease, but also recipes, resources, and a concise shopping list. I highly recommend this book to anyone that would like to improve their health with the GFCF diet. - Kecia Johndrow. Vice President. National Autism Association of Central Texas Chef Alain Braux has done it again! This book will take you on a sweet escape: an escape to gluten and dairy-free heaven! His recipes, witty writing and clever tips will help you make a stress-free transition to the gluten and dairy-free lifestyle. This book is full of easy-to-read educational materials and resources to help you feel better. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been gluten-free for 30 years, you will find yourself referring this book time and time again. - Jessica Meyer, Owner and Chef of ATX Gluten-Free

Author : Tarnhelm Editions
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781365480973

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Black Sea : Oil Paintings by French Artist, living in Odessa, Ukraine by Tarnhelm Editions Pdf