
Barbara in Brittany
by E. A. Gillie
'Barbara in Brittany' Summary
Barbara in Brittany is a series of funny stories about the adventures of a young English girl named Barbara in France. Barbara is taken to France by her father's formidable sister, Aunt Anne, to see Paris. But when Aunt Anne decides to stay on in Brittany to perfect her French, Barbara is disappointed. She doesn't want to leave her new friends and the beautiful French countryside. But as Barbara settles into life in Brittany, she begins to discover the joys of French culture. She learns to appreciate the food, the wine, and the art. She also makes new friends, including a charming young man named Jean-Luc. As Barbara's French improves, she begins to feel more at home in Brittany. She starts to understand the French people and their way of life. And she even begins to fall in love with the country.Book Details
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