Welcome to La Librairie

Librarie - Literary café

Welcome to La Librairie du Millennium, a haven of peace and inspiration where the passion for words meets the pleasure of the senses. Here, every visit is an invitation to escape, to reflect and to enjoy. Let us transport you to a world where literature and good taste meet in harmony.

In a warm and intimate atmosphere, our bookshop is designed for lovers of books, good conversation and exceptional coffee. Imagine yourself comfortably seated in an armchair, surrounded by bookcases overflowing with masterpieces and new releases. The soft light of the lamps envelops you, creating a setting conducive to reading and daydreaming.

The Kinfolk Table

Nathan Williams

I chose The Kinfolk Table because it is not just a cookbook but a celebration of the art of living and conviviality. The Kinfolk collective invites us to a table where simplicity and sharing prevail. Beyond recipes, this book tells stories of people from around the world, their connection to cooking, and their ways of creating convivial moments.
The dishes presented are refined and rooted in local traditions, featuring simple ingredients and authentic flavors that encourage unpretentious cooking.
The photographs accompanying the book capture the beauty of everyday life and the warmth of moments shared at the table. The Kinfolk Table is valuable for those seeking to reconnect with the essentials: eating well, living well, and being well surrounded.
A book to consult for inspiration, cooking, and sharing.

Eloge du carburateur

Matthew Crawford

In the current context of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence, I recommend reading Matthew B. Crawford's book: Shop Class as Soulcraft. A philosopher and mechanic, Crawford offers an essay on the value of manual labor at a time when intellectualization and dematerialization of work dominate. Through his experience as a motorcycle repairman, he invites us to rethink our relationship with the materiality of the world, physical effort, and the deep satisfaction that comes from making things with our own hands.

This book is a plea against the dehumanization of modern work. By advocating a return to manual trades, the author emphasizes their ability to re-anchor individuals in reality and help them reconnect with a deeper sense of self. Shop Class as Soulcraft is both a manifesto for individual freedom and a reflection on the pitfalls of an increasingly bureaucratic and abstract society.

On n'y voit rien

Daniel Arasse

Daniel Arasse, a renowned art historian, takes us on a captivating exploration of how we view and interpret works of art. With brilliant yet accessible scholarship, he revisits masterpieces of painting from the Renaissance to the 19th century, offering analyses that are both unexpected and fascinating.
Where we may think we have understood everything, Arasse shows that our eyes often need retraining and that some apparent certainties conceal subtle complexities. Whether standing before a Botticelli, a Velázquez, or a Rembrandt, he encourages us to see differently, to examine each detail for hidden meanings, deeper stories, and sometimes even historical misunderstandings.
This book, composed of chapters that read like visual investigations, is a true delight for anyone who loves art or simply wants to learn how to "look" at a work of art.

12 Règles pour une vie - Un antidote au chaos

Jordan B. Peterson 

Unlike personal development authors who offer "miracle recipes", Jordan Pederson invites us to reflect on our choices, take our destiny into our own hands, and cultivate the inner strength we need to face life's challenges. Dr Peterson guides us through twelve fundamental rules, drawn from his experience as a clinical psychologist and researcher, while also drawing on myths, tales and the great traditions.

Le développement (im)personnel - le succès d'une imposture

Julia de Funès

What I particularly appreciate is the way Julia de Funès cleverly deconstructs the clichés and preconceptions that surround this perpetual quest for self-improvement. She doesn't just criticize, but offers a balanced perspective, highlighting both the positive aspects and pitfalls of personal development.

La vie profonde

Jean-Guilhem Xerri

What struck me most about Jean-Guilhem Xerri's “La Vie profonde” is the crossroads between spirituality and psychology. The original, pragmatic way in which this book questions the way we live in a world saturated with information, urgency and incessant demands. Xerri reminds us of the importance of depth, silence and interiority, elements often forgotten but essential for a more authentic and meaningful life. Biologist and psychoanalyst, the author skilfully combines his scientific knowledge and spiritual reflections, offering us concrete keys to reconnecting with this inner dimension. Far from moralistic prescriptions, “La Vie profonde” is a subtle and enlightening guide that encourages us to slow down and listen to what resonates within us.