Ahoy mateys! Bernard Pivot, the swashbuckling host of a French TV show on books, has set sail for Davy Jones' locker at the ripe old age of 89.
2024-05-09
Arrr mateys! Fer 15 years, French scallywags tuned in to watch Mr. Pivot on his weekly show, “Apostrophes,” to find out which treasure of a book to plunder next. Ye can bet yer doubloons they didn't miss a show! Aye, the literary adventures be endless!
Arr matey, for 15 years, the French scallywags tuned in to watch the infamous Mr. Pivot on his weekly show, “Apostrophes,” to get the inside scoop on what be worth readin' next. This salty sea dog had a way with words that could make even the most hardened pirate reconsider their book choices.With his wit as sharp as a cutlass and his charm as smooth as rum, Mr. Pivot had a knack for makin' even the most serious of literary discussions seem like a rowdy tavern brawl. The French viewers couldn't get enough of his antics and his recommendations were worth their weight in doubloons.
Many a landlubber found themselves swayed by Mr. Pivot's persuasive tongue, eager to dive into the literary treasures he had unearthed. His show became a treasure trove of knowledge and entertainment, a beacon of light in the often murky waters of the literary world.
So, if ye ever find yerself in need of a good read, just remember the wise words of Mr. Pivot and set sail for adventure in the pages of a book he recommended. Ye won't be disappointed, me hearties!