Gordon Bitney spent thirty years practicing law in Vancouver, Canada until he retired. He and his wife bought a villa in Provence and divided their time between there and Vancouver with their cats. The way of life in the village of Nyons inspired this book.
\nIllustrations by: Paul Dwillie<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Gordon Bitney brings you an unforgettable taste of French cuisine and culture with his lively narrative, Provence, Je t aime, based on his experiences as a North American in Southern France. He and his wife encounter all the delightful adventures one would expect, and a few surprises!<\/p>\n
Readers will follow the adventures of Gordon and Marie H\u00e9l\u00e8ne Bitney as they purchase a villa in Provence and exchange their hectic, urban existence for a tranquil, rural lifestyle. In a single plane flight to France the cobwebs of routine were gone and the rich challenge of another culture took over their days. More than a memoir, this detailed account describes the food, the wine and the ambiance of life among the vineyards and olive orchards.<\/p>\n
Publication date: March 2013
\nFormat: softcover
\nPages: 200
\nAvailability: no longer in print. Contact Publisher to request a copy.<\/p>\n
ISBN: 9781894694650 (paperback).\u00a0$19.95 CAD, $17.95 USD<\/p>\n
Amazon Kindle version can be purchased here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n