Where it takes you: the desolate, beautiful foothills of the Alps in Haute-Provence, near Manosque
A deep, spiritual connection to the South of France’s wilder landscapes, Jean Giono’s sublime, inspirational eco-fable tells of shepherd Elzéard Bouffier, who single-handedly reforests a desolate section of Provence by planting one hundred acorns daily. His quiet, persistent work through two world wars transforms barren valley into paradise, inspiring wanderlust and a life of meaningful purpose.