Loving Italy--Non-Fiction
Discover the soul of Italy through unforgettable true stories and expert guides. From Marlena De Blasi's romantic Venetian memoir *A Thousand Days in Venice* to Tony Perrottet's whimsical *Pagan Holiday*, this curated non-fiction collection blends travel, history, and culture. Explore charming reads like *An Italian Affair* and essential guides such as *Rick Steves' Italy 2009*—perfect for lovers of Italian travel books, memoirs, and armchair adventures.
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Pagan Holiday
by Tony Perrottet
The ancient Romans were responsible for many remarkable achievements—Roman numerals, straight roads—but one of their lesser-known contributions was the creation of the tourist industry. The first people in history to enjoy safe and easy travel, Romans embarked on the original Grand Tour, journeying from the lost city of Troy to the Acropolis, from the Colossus at Rhodes to Egypt, for the obligatory Nile cruise to the very edge of the empire. And, as Tony Perrottet discovers, the popularity of this route has only increased with time. Intrigued by the possibility of re-creating the tour, Perrottet, accompanied by his pregnant girlfriend, sets off to discover life as an ancient Roman. The result is this lively blend of fascinating historical anecdotes and hilarious personal encounters, interspersed with irreverent and often eerily prescient quotes from the ancients—a vivid portrait of the Roman Empire in all its complexity and wonder.
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A Thousand Days in Venice
by Marlena De Blasi
De Blasi, a chef and food writer from St. Louis, begins a whirlwind romance with a man in Venice.
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Travelers' Tales Tuscany
by James O'Reilly
Essays by well-known travel writers--including Frances Mayes, Jan Morris, Barbara Grizzuti Harrison, and Ferenc MbtT--guide readers through the beautiful, sun-baked hills of Tuscany in search of friendly locals, breathtaking scenery, scrumptious dining, and award-winning wine. Original.
