The Taille de la Saint-Vincent (French novel) by Michel Verrier

Dive into the heart of the 19th century with La Taille de la Saint-Vincent, a regional novel by Michel Verrier and published by De Borée. This fascinating story transports the reader to the Burgundy wine region, where two brothers, Jacques and Alexandre Passot, see their fate disrupted by History.

A destiny mapped out... but uncertain

The twins Jacques and Alexandre Passot grow up within the Caves estate, managed by their sister Jeanne. For Jacques, the path is clear: he will take over the family business and continue the winemaking tradition. But Alexandre harbors a different ambition: to become a carpenter. This desire for freedom and creation conflicts with family expectations and the realities of their time.

The threat of conscription under the July Monarchy

Their future is turned upside down when the July Monarchy implements a lottery determining which young men will leave for seven years of military service. The shadow of colonial war in North Africa looms over their future. Which of Jacques or Alexandre will have to abandon their dreams and leave their native land?

Between love and duty

In this historical fresco, love plays a central role. Jacques is madly in love with Pauline, but if he is chosen for the army, will he be able to remain faithful to her? And Alexandre, if he has to leave, will he ever be able to pursue the profession of carpenter that he cherishes so much?

An immersive and authentic historical novel

With a precise and lively pen, Michel Verrier immerses us in a pivotal era where individual choices are dictated by historical constraints. Readers who enjoy regional novels, French history, and family sagas will appreciate this immersion into rural life and the struggles of youth facing state obligations.

Book Characteristics

• Title: La Taille de la Saint-Vincent
• Author: Michel Verrier
• Publisher: De Borée
• Collection: Terre de poche
• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• Publication Date: July 3, 2007
• Number of Pages: 465
• Dimensions: 17.8 x 10.9 x 2 cm
• Weight: 300 g
• EAN13: 9782844944894
• ISBN: 978-2-84494-489-4

La Taille de la Saint-Vincent is a heart-wrenching novel where family, passion, and History intertwine to offer a powerful and memorable narrative.