{"title":"Jean Giono","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eJean Giono\u003c\/em\u003e, a cherished voice in 20th-century French literature. Born in 1895 in Manosque, France, Giono is renowned for his lyrical and poetic prose, bringing the beauty and simplicity of rural life to vivid life on the page. With an extraordinary ability to blend human nature with the natural world, his narratives often transport readers into a tranquil yet profound universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Giono’s most celebrated works is \u003cem\u003eThe Man Who Planted Trees\u003c\/em\u003e, a timeless fable about environmental restoration and personal dedication. This uplifting and thought-provoking story highlights Giono's passion for nature and his belief in the power of individual actions to effect change. His works in our \u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Fiction\u003c\/strong\u003e category reflect both the charm and challenges of the human spirit, seamlessly woven with pastoral themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the rich tapestry of rural and philosophical landscapes painted by Jean Giono’s exquisite storytelling, and immerse yourself in the tranquil yet compelling worlds he creates. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to his literature, Giono's books promise an enriching reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-man-who-planted-trees-by-jean-giono-9781784878016","title":"The Man Who Planted Trees","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVINTAGE EARTH\u003c\/em\u003e - A series of transformative novels with the environment at their heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Man Who Planted Trees\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'And so, with great care, he planted his hundred acorns.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile hiking through the wild lavender in a wind-swept, desolate valley in Provence, a man comes across a solitary shepherd called Elzeard Bouffier. Staying with him, he watches Elzeard sorting and then planting hundreds of acorns as he walks through the wilderness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTen years later, after surviving the First World War, he visits the shepherd again. A young forest is slowly spreading over the valley - Elzeard has continued his work. Year after year, the narrator returns to see the miracle being created - a verdant, green landscape that is a testament to one man's creative instinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I love the humanity of this story and how one man's efforts can change the future for so many' \u003cem\u003eMichael Morpurgo, Independent\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVINTAGE EARTH\u003c\/em\u003e is a series of books that reveals our ever-changing relationship with the environment. These are stories old and young, set in worlds real or imagined, that allow us to explore our connection to the natural world. Transformative, wild, surprising, and essential, these novels take on the most urgent story of our times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46832912138476,"sku":"9781784878016","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/13394993482823.jpg?v=1758419813"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jean-giono.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}