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&“Art, love and longing, the French way . . . an emotionally taut portrayal of late-in-life, post-marriage drift&” from the author of The 6:41 to Paris (The New York Times Book Review). A French teacher on the verge of retirement is invited to a glittering opening that showcases the artwork of his f... More

"A taut, suspenseful psychological journey from which there is no escape. The 6:41 to Paris shatters any illusions that acts of cruelty committed in our youth are of little consequence later in life. A gripping yarn for our time."-Kati Marton, author of Paris: A Love Story"Clever and gripping, The 6... More

In this novel, a french teacher on the verge of retirement is invited to a glittering opening that showcases the artwork of his former student, who has since become a celebrated painter. This unexpected encounter leads to the older man posing for his portrait. Possibly in the nude. Such personal exp... More

A Very French Christmas is the second in New Vessel Press's Very Christmas Series, aimed at bringing English language readers some of the best holiday stories from around the world. The collections include forgotten gems, unearthed classics, stories that are translated for the first time ever, and e... More

Joyeux Noeuml;l: &“[An]endearing collection of Christmas stories from ten of France&’s most esteemed writers―past and present―skillfully translated.&” ―Foreword Reviews   This collection brings together the best French Christmas stories of all time, featuring classics by Guy de Maupassant and Alphon... More