Ripening Sun, the - Softcover

Atkinson, Patricia

3.85

351 ratings by Goodreads

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844133664 ISBN 13: 9781844133666

Publisher: Century, 2003

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In 1990, Patricia Atkinson and her husband moved to the Dordogne, planning to earn their living as financial consultants, while an employee tended their small vineyard. Then the stock-market crashed, her husband returned to England and she was left to salvage their life savings from the vineyards.

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Review:

"[an] eloquent tale" (Citylife)

"Remarkable . . . an extraordinarily affecting read" (Carla McKay Daily Mail)

"Enthralling . . . you end up admiring this plucky, warm-hearted woman and lusting to sample her vinous output" (Christopher Hirst The Independent)

"Should be required reading for anyone enjoying the vineyard dream...an impressive human story" (Spectator)

"Amazing and amusing . . . unputdownable" (The Lady)

Book Description:

The Ripening Sun plugs directly into the fascination for books by inspirational women who have dared to live their dream, such as Extra Virgin and The Olive Farm. An inspiring autobiography, set in romantic France, to be enjoyed by fans of wine and success stories worldwide.

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