Download or read book The Riches of France written by Maribeth Clemente and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 centuries-old craftsmanship of each region. At prices lower than what you would pay in Paris or the United States, you'll find endless treasures as you tour boutiques, small factories, artisans' workshops, and wineries and distilleries: --Handmade paper in Auvergne --Moorish music boxes in Corsica --Artwork in the Cote d'Azur --Tapestries in the Limousin --Wine in the Loire Valley --Glasswork in Lorraine --Silk clothing in Lyons --Faience in the Western Loire --and much more, including where to find "the best of the provinces" in Paris Complete with details on exchange rates, shipping, French customs, touring, and restaurant and hotel selections, Maribeth Clemente's The Riches of France is an indispensable sourcebook for exploring every province of France.