The Riches of France

By Maribeth Clemente

Whether you're a shopper, a browser, or a traveler with a love for all things French, this is your one-of-a-kind guidebook to the culture of regional France represented by the products and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312156405
• ISBN13: 9780312156404
• Release Date: July 1997
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.2" x 1.1" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

Maribeth Clemente ~ The Expert on Cultural Travel!!

I have used The Riches of France countless times on tours that I conduct through France and have found it to enhance my travels immensely! What I like is that from the beginning and throughout the whole book, it is clear that Maribeth's main objective is to report on the history and tradition behind France's most celebrated goods. It is not necessarily a book for die-hard shoppers in search of outstanding bargains at every destinations. ( Although I am certain many shopaholics have rejoiced in using it!!) The Riches of France is , however, a book for curious aspects of French culture, savoir faire, and craftsmanship.)For me, many of the suggested visits in this book provided unique experiences that I would never have found on my own. Maribeth offers visitors a rare glimpse of fine French craftsmanship and tradition so different from anything here at home. Amd, unlike many other guidebooks, The Riches of France will never go out of date as most of the places featured here have been around for hundreds of years!!... Carol Bonow , Milford, N.H.

Riches of France

This turned out to be the best guide I cold ever take with me to France. Comprehensive and easy to use. The author seems to know what is most relevant to visitors and shoppers of France. I wish she would write guides to all major shopping capitals of the world. Highly recommended!

Excellent!

A warm and wonderful book that quickly takes you to the very heart of France. Not just a shopping guide, but a beautifully written resource that provides genuine insight into the essence of the provinces. The book's format adds to the joy of reading with the author's noteworthy recommendations appearing throughout.