| 30 Days in Italy: True Stories of Escape to the Good Life Contributor(s): O'Reilly, James (Author), O'Reilly, Sean (Author), Habegger, Larry (Author) |
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ISBN: 1932361421 ISBN-13: 9781932361421 Publisher: Travelers' Tales OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: October 2006 Annotation: With its wealth of natural attractions, pervasive sense of history, brilliant cuisine and wines, and warm and inviting people, Italy has always held a special place in the hearts of travelers. But Italy offers so much more than its must-see attractions. In this exciting collection, captivating storytellers reveal the possibilities of a long-term stay, covering both the much-loved sites and lesser-known places that unveil the country's heart and soul. Learn what it's like to live with a rural Italian family. Be led behind the scenes of the artisan studios in Florence. Meet Frances Mayes in Cortona and a godfather in Sicily. Discover the glories of a meal that is "only fish" in a Mediterranean village. With its story-a-day format, "30 Days in Italy" creates a compelling composite portrait of the distinctive pleasures of this enchanting country. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Europe - Italy - Travel | Essays & Travelogues |
| Dewey: 914.504 |
| LCCN: 2006020916 |
| Series: Travelers' Tales Guides |
| Physical Information: 0.52" H x 5.26" W x 8.02" (0.62 lbs) 260 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Italy |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: With its wealth of natural attractions, pervasive sense of history, brilliant cuisine and wines, and warm and inviting people, Italy has always held a special place in the hearts of travelers. But Italy offers so much more than its must-see attractions. In this exciting collection, captivating storytellers reveal the possibilities of a long-term stay, covering both the much-loved sites and lesser-known places that unveil the country's heart and soul. Learn what it's like to live with a rural Italian family. Be led behind the scenes of the artisan studios in Florence. Meet Frances Mayes in Cortona and a godfather in Sicily. Discover the glories of a meal that is "only fish" in a Mediterranean village. With its story-a-day format, 30 Days in Italy creates a compelling composite portrait of the distinctive pleasures of this enchanting country. |