Marcel Pagnol is a quintessential representation of "la douce France," the lovely France, not only there but also far beyond. This primarily refers to the idyllic charm of rural life in the southern French province at the beginning of the 20th century. His autobiographical trilogy "A Childhood in Provence," with its warm-hearted, humorous portrayal of the land and its people, has so profoundly influenced the image of France that the setting of his stories, the mountainous hinterland between Marseille and the Côte d'Azur, is also referred to as the "Pagnol Hills." Following the successful film adaptations of the first two volumes of his childhood memories, a comic adaptation is now also available - perfect for reading, chuckling, and indulging.