“I can still hear my mother wailing over some new kitchen crisis, "Oh God," and my father answering cozily from the silo, "Were you calling me, dear?”
Quote by Peter De Vries
Work
Comfort Me with Apples: A Novel
Comfort Me with Apples is a novel that combines personal narrative with culinary exploration. The story is told through the eyes of a food writer who reflects on her family history, her own experiences, and the connections she finds between food and memory. The novel delves into the complexities of family relationships and the passage of time, all while celebrating the joy and comfort found in cooking and eating. more
Author
Peter De Vries
Peter De Vries was a renowned Dutch editor known for his editorial and critical work on literary works. His career spanned various fields, including literature, drama, and broadcasting. more
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