La Saint-Vincent à Champlitte (French edition) by Marc Paygnard & Jean-Christophe Demard

Saint Vincent's Day in Champlitte is much more than just a celebration; it is a tradition rooted in the history of a land that has endured through the ages with determination. Since 1612, this festival has enlivened the streets of Champlitte, driven by passionate women, youth, and men who have revived the vine in a landscape marked by past challenges.

In this work, Marc Paygnard and Jean-Christophe Demard offer us a precious testimony of this unique festival. Through striking photographs taken between 1973 and 2010, the book immerses us in the vibrant atmosphere of Saint Vincent's Day, a day where religion, tradition, and conviviality come together. Every year, on January 22, Champlitte becomes the stage for a warm and colorful gathering, counted among the most emblematic festivals in Europe.

Jean-Christophe Demard, a priest and former curator of the departmental museums of Arts and Popular Traditions, provides us with texts rich in anecdotes and history, paying tribute to his parents, Félicie and Albert Demard, pioneers of the revival of the vine and Saint Vincent's Day celebrations in Champlitte. Thanks to their commitment, this millennia-old tradition continues to live on and bring the local community together.

This book, published by Noires Terres, is a tribute to the men and women who have dedicated their lives to perpetuating the spirit of Saint Vincent's Day, reviving a land once tormented.

With its 144 pages, this paperback book in the format of 25 x 18 cm and a weight of 655 g is a true dive into the soul of Champlitte. An essential work for enthusiasts of local history, traditions, and viticulture.

Product Features:

• Format: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144
• Dimensions: 25 x 18 x 1.6 cm
• Weight: 655 g
• Language: French
• Publisher: Noires Terres
• Publication date: 05/2013
• EAN13: 9782915148411
• ISBN: 978-2-915148-41-1