We went to Manosque two week ends ago for a festival where contemporary literature, through public readings, takes to the streets. With stages in the little town, we could listen to writers talk about their books.
(Anne Wiazemsky reading above, grand daugther of Francois Mauriac).
We also listened to Danny Laferrière who's not only a writer but a great speaker. I really enjoyed listening to him and Anne Celine who had already heard him speak in Quebec got his book autographed.
And this is where we could take the time to write a postcard. They had little special places like the three above throughout the town for people to sit and write. That weekend we could send as many postcards and letters as we wanted for free. Lovely concept! (next time let's not forget the address book).
And I just had to post this one to remember Clarika who did a concert the night before. Sam and I enjoyed her show, mixing readings with songs. Great style! (The same morning, Daphne came and drunk her coffee at the table next to ours and had a casual chat with Sam. Too bad she was sick and leaving the festival early).
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