On the northwest coast of France, just around the corner from the English Channel, is the little town of Locmariaquer (pronounced "loc-maria-care"). The inhabitants of this town have a special relationship to the world, for it is their efforts that maintain the supply of the famous Belon oysters, called "les plates" ("the flat ones"). A vivid account of the cultivation of Belon oysters and an excursion into the myths, legends, and rich, vibrant history of Brittany and its extraordinary people, "The Oysters of Locmariaquer" is also an unforgettable journey to the heart of a fascinating culture and the enthralling, accumulating drama of a unique devotion.
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On the northwest coast of France, just around the corner from the English Channel, is the little town of Locmariaquer (pronounced "loc-maria-care"). The inhabitants of this town have a special relationship to the world, for it is their efforts that maintain the supply of the famous Belon oysters, called "les plates" ("the flat ones"). A vivid account of the cultivation of Belon oysters and an excursion into the myths, legends, and rich, vibrant history of Brittany and its extraordinary people, "The Oysters of Locmariaquer" is also an unforgettable journey to the heart of a fascinating culture and the enthralling, accumulating drama of a unique devotion.
Imprint | HarperPerennial |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Modern Classics |
Release date | May 2006 |
Availability | Supplier out of stock. If you add this item to your wish list we will let you know when it becomes available. |
First published | May 2006 |
Authors | Eleanor Clark |
Dimensions | 204 x 134 x 14mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 240 |
Edition | 1st Harper Perennial modern classics ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-06-088742-1 |
Barcode | 9780060887421 |
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LSN | 0-06-088742-7 |