Assouline Provence Glory

From cities to quaint towns and everything in between, Provence has something for everyone. Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Calanque de Sormiou in Marseille. Ride the top down through lavender fields in Valensole. Experience a bite of just-out-of-the-oven fougasse, a Provençal classic. Be amazed by the beautiful, white Camargue horses native to the area. Provence, located in the south of France, is uniquely positioned to be a cultural blend of the Mediterranean. Roman monuments still dominate from the 1st century AD, alongside castles from the Middle Ages - a diverse heritage brightened by the native mimosas and cypress trees.

Perhaps because the region is known for its inspirational ability, it is home to a plethora of festivals, such as Rencontre d'Arles, Festival d'Avignon, Festival d'Aix-en-Provence and more, all celebrating the arts. Artists who have praised the unique Provençal light include Cézanne, Van Gogh, Matisse and Picasso. Alexandre Dumas and Jean Giono are among the writers who were drawn to write in the shade of the plane trees.

The book has 312 pages, is written in English and measures W 24.9 x L 33 x D 3.8 cm.