"It remains a library, for the first time a reference library available to everyone, " said Ms Taverne.

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Lord Taverne, who is married to a scientist, expounds and exposes like the barrister he once was.

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Our favourite is La Taverne du Port, which functions as local hangout, wine shop, oyster bar and truffle purveyor.

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