Les Nouvelles brèves de comptoir (French edition) By Jean-Marie Gourio | Robert Laffont

The New Counter Briefs - Jean-Marie Gourio

Jean-Marie Gourio, famous for his talent in capturing the essence of popular speech, offers us a unique literary journey with The New Counter Briefs. Published by Robert Laffont in 2008, this 432-page collection compiles aphorisms gathered in the cafés of France, offering a fascinating mirror of society.

An Art of Popular Language

Gourio is recognized as a true craftsman of language. Through these briefs, he immortalizes fragments of conversations overheard at random counters, whether in Paris, Rennes, or a small bistro in Burgundy. Each phrase, trivial or poetic, captures a moment of life, an emotion, a reflection. This collection is in the tradition of works by Raymond Queneau, Jacques Prévert, or Marcel Aymé, celebrating the richness of popular speech.

A Literary Tradition

These briefs are not mere anecdotes; they reflect a literary tradition that values the everyday and the prosaic. As Daniel Rondeau points out, the Counter Briefs have managed to create a literary genre in their own right, now recognized by dictionaries. They are both funny, hilarious, and imbued with a poetry of the everyday that leaves no one indifferent.

An Essential Collection

The New Counter Briefs are a must-read for anyone interested in the French language and the richness of its oral expressions. They bear witness to an era, a culture, and an art of living. Whether to smile, reflect, or simply for the pleasure of words, this book is an ideal companion for all occasions.

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• EAN13: 9782221109434
• ISBN: 978-2-221-10943-4
• Publisher: Robert Laffont
• Publication Date: 16/10/2008
• Series: The New Counter Briefs
• Number of pages: 432
• Dimensions: 21 x 13 cm
• Weight: 430 g
• Language: French