{"product_id":"idle-in-provence-eric-idle-9781400256761","title":"Idle in Provence: A Brief History of Thyme","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1971, at the beginning of Monty Python mania, Eric Idle bought a crumbling ruin in the hills of Provence. With no electricity, no water, no road, and no plan, he set out to transform the neglected stone shack into what he lovingly calls a shackeau.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIdle in Provence\u003c\/em\u003e is the story of the transformation of both the place and the man. Against the sun-drenched backdrop of southern France, Idle penned iconic songs and scripts, hosted a revolving door of eccentric and brilliant friends--George Harrison, Robin Williams, Paul Simon, and others--and found a rare kind of peace far from the madness of showbiz. Equal parts memoir, travelogue, and comedy masterclass, the book is filled with laugh-out-loud moments, tender reflections, and the kind of sharp, self-deprecating wit only Idle can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs he reflects on love, loss, friendship, and joy, Idle paints a vivid portrait of a place that became more than a home--it became a sanctuary. The story spans decades. It's a love letter to France, to old friends, and to the wild, unpredictable journey of being alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlong the way, readers are treated to behind-the-scenes glimpses of Eric Idle's creative output, candid memories of fame, and thoughtful meditations on life, purpose, and the legacy of laughter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharming, cheeky, and unexpectedly moving, \u003cem\u003eIdle in Provence\u003c\/em\u003e is Eric Idle at his best--hilarious, candid, and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper Select","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50134527639745,"sku":"9781400256761","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/5512\/0833\/files\/9781400256761.jpg?v=1777045799","url":"https:\/\/www.porchlightbooks.com\/products\/idle-in-provence-eric-idle-9781400256761","provider":"Porchlight Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}