Idle in Provence: A Brief History of Thyme
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Book Overview "A sunny celebration of a life well lived in the South of France--except for the bloody plumbing." --KIRKUS REVIEWSIn 1971, at the beginn...
"A sunny celebration of a life well lived in the South of France--except for the bloody plumbing." --KIRKUS REVIEWS
In 1971, at the beginning of Monty Python mania, Eric Idle bought a crumbling ruin in the hills of Provence. With no electricity, no water, no road, and no plan, he set out to transform the neglected stone shack into what he lovingly calls a shackeau.
Idle in Provence is the story of the transformation of both the place and the man. Against the sun-drenched backdrop of southern France, Idle penned iconic songs and scripts, hosted a revolving door of eccentric and brilliant friends--George Harrison, Robin Williams, Paul Simon, and others--and found a rare kind of peace far from the madness of showbiz. Equal parts memoir, travelogue, and comedy masterclass, the book is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, tender reflections, and the kind of sharp, self-deprecating wit only Idle can deliver.
As he reflects on love, loss, friendship, and joy, Idle paints a vivid portrait of a place that became more than a home--it became a sanctuary. The story spans decades. It's a love letter to France, to old friends, and to the wild, unpredictable journey of being alive.
Book Details Format: Hardcover | Publisher: HARPER SELECT | ISBN: 1400256763
FormatHardcover
ISBN1400256763
EAN9781400256761
PublisherHARPER SELECT
Publication Date2026-09-08
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeHARD COVER BOOKS
Weight1.0 Pounds
Length9.1 Inches
Width6.0 Inches
Height1.2 Inches
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