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Simply written, but powerful and unforgettable, The Man Who Planted Trees is a parable for modern times. In the foothills of the French Alps the narrator meets a shepherd who has quietly taken on the task of planting one hundred acorns a day in an effort to reforest his desolate region. Not... read more
First Sentence
For a human character to reveal truly exceptional qualities, one must have the good fortune to be able to observe its performance over many years.
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Authors & Contributors
- Jean Giono (Author)
- Paul Winter
- Robert J. Lurtsema
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