by Jean Giono, Aline Giono · Random House UK · tapa blanda · ISBN 9781860461170
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«The Man Who Planted Trees» is Jean Giono's tale, published by Random House UK in paperback (81 pages, in English).
In 1910, a traveller crossing an arid valley in Provence meets the shepherd Elzéard Bouffier, who buries acorns every day to bring life back to the land. Over the years his quiet work transforms the landscape: trees grow, water returns and the valley is repopulated. A story about perseverance, hope and the power of individual action.
Translated from the French by Barbara Bray; with an introduction by Richard Mabey, an epilogue by Aline Giono and wood engravings by Harry Brockway.
A classic of nature writing, suitable for readers of all ages seeking a short, hopeful story.
Jean Giono was a French writer who wrote works of fiction mostly set in the Provence region of France.
