Christiane Perruchot Chronicles Bourgogne's Economic Evolution in New Book

Christiane Perruchot reflects on Bourgogne's economic history through her new book documenting 40 years of change.

Key Points

  • • Christiane Perruchot retired in July 2022 after a 40-year journalism career.
  • • She began her career in 1981 and founded Traces Écrites in 1991.
  • • Her new book details Bourgogne's economic and political events from 1981 to 2021.
  • • The book serves as a rich narrative from her extensive archives.

Christiane Perruchot, a seasoned journalist who retired in July 2022, has documented four decades of economic and political changes in the Bourgogne region in her new book, 'Histoire(s) de la Bourgogne, 1981-2021.' Perruchot’s career began in 1981, where she contributed to prestigious publications like *Journal du Centre*, *L’Yonne républicaine*, and *Le Monde*. In 1991, she founded her own press agency, Traces Écrites, which evolved into the economic news website, Traces Écrites News, in 2010.

In her newly released book, Perruchot chronicles significant events that have shaped Bourgogne’s history over the past 40 years, offering a rich narrative borne from her extensive archive of articles and memories. Her perspective as a long-time observer provides readers with deep insights into the region’s transformation and the key issues impacting its economy and politics.

"This work is not just a recount of events, but a reflection of the evolution in the mindset and challenges faced by the region, showcasing not just facts but the human stories behind them," she stated.