The fields of France : with twenty illustrations in color

A vivid, illustrated tour of the French countryside invites listeners to wander the rolling pastures and ancient volcanic ridges of the Cantal region. The narrator guides you from the ash‑grey cone of Puy de Griou down through deep, river‑cut valleys, describing how the landscape’s geology shapes every meadow, forest, and stone wall. You’ll hear the gentle rise of beech‑clad hills, the distant silhouette of the Plomb du Cantal, and the quiet charm of farmsteads that dot the high plateaux.

Interwoven with these natural observations are the rhythms of rural life: cheese‑making huts, seasonal herding, and the ever‑changing colors of heather and sky. The book’s twenty colour plates bring the scenery to life, from the misty view over La Montagne de la Verberie to the historic palace in Avignon. Listeners come away with a deep appreciation for the enduring beauty and subtle drama of France’s fields, where geology and human tradition coexist in harmony.