Situated within the valley of the Dordogne river this region incorporates the lakes and gorges of the Correze hills and the vineyards of Bergerac. Dordogne itself presents an unhurried landscape that is home to some of France's finest dishes including fresh country soups, rich pates, duck and goose as well as freshwater fish. Each of the Eperon's French regional guides describes the region, its particular attractions and atmosphere, its food and wine, its history, major towns and cities and most important sites. It also includes a comprehensive gazeteer covering the towns and villages in the region, with information on what to see, which hotels and restaurants to visit, as well as information on market days and annual festivals. The author is a journalist, travel and wine writer who has written guides to France, Italy and Greece and appeared regularly on television. In 1974 he won the annual French award for travel writing.