The land of lights, romance, and buttery pastries, France has a je ne sais quoi we just can’t get enough of. The art! The fashion! The effortless attitude of cool! Whether you’re a lifelong Francophile or you just love a good pain au chocolat, French culture has a following like no other.
From Paris to the Riviera, France is full of a lifetime of adventures for travelers to discover. Travel books like Paris Like a Local can help you get the most out of your French escape, while beautifully illustrated titles like All the Buildings in Paris and Timeless Paris allow you to revisit the City of Light without having to book another plane ticket.
But even if an international trip is out of budget, you can learn to dress, eat, and live like a local without ever leaving the country. Add a French twist to your wardrobe with The Parisian Field Guide to Men’s Style or Parisian Chic Encore. Get some design inspiration to bring your dream French chateau to life with Life in a French Country House or French Chateau Style. Learn to make indulgent desserts and classic, rich entrees with The Complete Book of French Cooking, and be sure to consult The New French Wine to complete your spread with the perfect wine pairing.
Explore more of our favorite books for Francophiles on our list below, and learn how you can be un petit plus français!