The Rarest Fruit by B?lem, Ga?lle

The Rarest Fruit

Ga?lle B?lem's The Rarest Fruit is a captivating tale of resilience, discovery, and the untold stories behind...
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Author: Ga?lle B?lem
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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The Rarest Fruit by B?lem, Ga?lle

The Rarest Fruit

$62.11

The Rarest Fruit

$62.11
Author: Ga?lle B?lem
Format: Hardcover
Language: English

Ga?lle B?lem's The Rarest Fruit is a captivating tale of resilience, discovery, and the untold stories behind a beloved flavor.


Set in 19th-century La R?union, this novel follows Edmond Albius, a young Creole boy born into slavery, whose extraordinary talent for botany leads him to revolutionize the vanilla industry with his method of hand-pollinating orchids. Raised by a passionate botanist after becoming an orphan, Edmond defies the expectations of his time, making a discovery that connects the histories of La R?union, France, and beyond.


Based on the true story of Edmond Albius, B?lem weaves a richly detailed narrative, exploring themes of survival and ingenuity against the backdrop of colonial exploitation. The Rarest Fruit is both a poignant tribute to the unsung heroes of history and a vivid portrayal of the intertwined destinies shaped by a single discovery.




Author: Ga?lle B?lem
Publisher: Europa Editions
Published: 06/17/2025
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
ISBN: 9798889660996

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