| The Flea Markets of France |  | Author: Sandy Price
Creator: Emily Laxer
Publisher: Little Bookroom
Category: Book
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Rating:  5 reviews
Sales Rank: 21,753
Media: Paperback
Pages: 248
Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 6 x 5.9 x 0.8
ISBN: 1892145596
Dewey Decimal Number: 381.1920944
EAN: 9781892145598
ASIN: 1892145596
Publication Date: March 10, 2009
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Product Description
A visit to a flea market can be the highlight of a trip to France: a lively encounter with everyday French culture, an exciting way to spend a few hours, and a chance to pick up a unique souvenir or add to a collection. The Flea Markets of France is the indispensable tool for getting the most out of your visit, whether you’re a first-time visitor or an experienced shopper. Conversational and comprehensive, this guide will tell you everything you need to know about exploring markets all over France. Descriptions of more than thirty markets and their specialties, as well as practical advice on visiting them, is augmented by notes on regional items, tips on bargaining and collecting, a glossary of relevant French phrases, and a useful rating system which gives an overview of each market.
Much more than a simple listing of French flea markets, Sandy Price’s warm suggestions of things to do nearby, places to eat, food specialties of the area, and local amenities are complemented by bits of history and cultural observations. Armed with this comprehensive guide, visitors to France will feel they are in good, reliable hands.
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 Pretty little book but not good as a practical guide July 30, 2010
cynical_reader (Earth)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
As a serious flea market browser and frequent traveler, I have to say that this book has all the markings of someone who goes to France occasionally, mainly to Paris, then goes home to wherever they happen to live and think they can write a comprehensive reference book. This book is not at all comprehensive. With the possible exception of Paris and its environs, the listings in this book are so scant that you are much better off doing a little research online if you are serious about finding brocantes (vintage/antique markets) and vide greniers (equivalent to car boots in the UK) for your upcoming trip to France. I mean, only four listings for Provence, an area that teems with brocante markets and such every weekend, not to mention tons of stores and warehouses? Nothing at all for Lyon, the second (or third) biggest city in the country?? Nothing about Lille, the location of a huge braderie every September? I suppose that the book is best suited for people who only want to dream about going to France, rather than for people who might actually go there for serious shopping, or think Paris equals France, period. On second thought, perhaps I should be glad that many people might just follow this book and stay away from my 'hidden treasures' ;)
 flea markets of france July 3, 2009
S. J. Shelton
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
great book found the markets in paris as detailed in the book. Just as described if not better. looking for antiques then this is the place to go.
What a great find June 15, 2009
Roger (Canada)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
We were just about to leave for a trip to Provence and the Riviera when we stumbled upon this book, just out by that really interesting niche publisher, Little Bookroom. What a great find--engaging text and stunning photographs as well as really useful information. We loved the markets and the restaurants and cafes recommended. A valuable tool for your travels to France or a great and appealing read if you can't get away just yet.
A gem of a book! June 15, 2009
Liz (UK)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Both stylish and informative, this high-quality book provides a very useful guide to the French flea markets. The focus is the regular markets which take place either on a weekly or monthly basis (the guide does not address the many once-a-year markets which are less relevant to the traveller or holiday maker). It is small enough to be tucked into a handbag or rucksack, yet pretty enough to be displayed on a coffee table at home. The gorgeous photographs and lively descriptions reflect the colourful and fascinating markets and the people who work there. The author obviously has a true passion for her subject! For a well-researched, well-written and charming guide to "off the beaten path" France, look no further.
Fabulous idea May 22, 2009
World Traveler (SEATTLE, WA USA)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
An unusual approach to traveling in France! I cannot wait to take this book when I go to France this fall.
This book describes regional flea markets (all over France!)by providing advice on what to find where on what days -- as well as how to bargain without insulting the vendors.
Local color, including restaurants and cafe's, are also included. The photos whet the appetite. The format is small enough to stick in a purse (or man-bag.)
In sum, the book should help any traveler join the locals in the national past-time of hunting for the bargain, or in my case, the perfect souvenir or gift from France. Great for armchair traveling or trip planning as well - (that is how I have used it so far.)
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