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Books & Literature From Emily Faherty, your About Books & Literature Editor Bonjour! Today marks the start of National French Week (or La Semaine du français to true Francophiles). Now through November 11, we celebrate French history, food, and culture. Let's take a look at some of the best books and authors to come out of France and learn more about what makes the largest country in Western Europe so special. How Well Do You Know French Literature? Perhaps you recognize the most famous of the classic French writers — Albert Camus, Alexandre Dumas, Victor Hugo, and Jules Verne, to name of few. Then try this quiz on all things French lit. Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert Favorites From France Immerse yourself in French culture this week with books set in the country itself — including these beloved fictional novels and inspirational memoirs, like A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle. The Land of Painted Caves by Jean Auel Trail of Crumbs by Kim Sunée A Year in the Merde by Stephen Clarke Before Your Bon Voyage... Feeling inspired to buy a plane ticket already? (Us too.) But before you do, you might want to pick up a copy of one of these indispensable French travel books. How to Choose the Right French Travel Book Top 10 Books on French Culture Search Related Topics:  france essentials  before you go to france  france trip planning More Than Just French Fries If you can't make it to France, you can always do the next best thing — bring France into your kitchen! Get started with these top-rated French cookbooks. Now who wants some crêpes!? Top 10 Books on French Food How to Host a French Cocktail Party Favorite French Dessert Recipes Search Related Topics:  product reviews  cookbooks  Related Searches Best Free Books Literature Top 100 Books French Fries Books Featured Articles Top 10 Books on Modern France Want to Live and Work in France? Introduction to La Négritude French's Influence on English 10 Books on French Style & Decor The Best of French Lit in Film   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Books & Literature newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   Advertisement