France!

The first country in our series of learning about other cultures is France. The French have a long history that is both fascinating and gruesome. From the French revolution in 1789  to the Napoleonic Wars through to the building of the Eiffel Tower in 1889 and the beginning of the Tour de France in 1903, the history of France is well worth reading about.

• A race for madmen: extraordinary history of the Tour de France by Chris Sidwells
• Parisians: an adventure history of Paris by Graham Robb
• The French Revolution by Christopher Hibbert
• Napoleon Bonaparte: his rise and fall by J.M. Thompson

France is also famous for the beautiful language, one that is also difficult to learn. Try these books to help you

• 15 minute French: learn French in just 15 minutes a day by Caroline Lemoine
• The complete idiot’s guide to learning French on your own
• Learn to speak French
• Everyday French

Or learn online through these websites:

• Learn how to speak the French language online for free
• How to speak French

Why not try your hand at cooking some delicious French food. Your local library has many cookbooks that can help you on your way:

• Mastering the art of French cooking by Julia Child
• Lunch in Paris by Elizabeth Bard
• Bistro: French country recipes for home cooks by Laura Washburn
• French: more than 120 easy recipes for the everyday

 

Are you wanting to travel in France? Why not try our wide range of guidebooks that will help you to choose your destination and activities:

• France – Lonely Planet
• Paris – Lonely Planet
• Travelling solo to France
• France: the land and it’s people

Whatever you are searching for about France Richmond Upper Clarence Regional Library is able to help you find the information you need!

Cultures of the World!!

Have you always wanted to learn about a different culture, whether for pleasure, a school assignment or to learn a little about your next travel destination? Over the coming weeks and months this blog will be posting information about a different culture. From European countries to Asian nations to America, your library can provide you with everything you want to know! Learn the language, discover the history and come to understand the culture all without leaving the library. For more information or to suggest a culture you would like to learn about please leave a comment. – Kate