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Under the Tuscan Sun

by Frances Mayes
$11.90
Under the Tuscan Sun
Under the Tuscan Sun

Italian villa restoration ignites sensual, rural pleasures.

If you've ever daydreamed of an Italian adventure, "Under the Tuscan Sun" might just be the nudge you need to start packing. Frances Mayes takes you on a deeply personal journey through the sights, sounds, and tastes of Tuscany, rife with the satisfaction of creating something truly beautiful from the ground up. Her poetic reflections on renovation and Italian culture intertwine, making this book a beautiful escape for anyone in need of a warm, inspiring read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Under the Tuscan Sun

by Frances Mayes
$11.90
ISBN: 9780553506679
Authors: Frances Mayes
Publisher: Transworld Pub
Date of Publication: 1998-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Travel, Food & Drink, Biographies & Memoirs
Related Topics: Cooking, Food and Drink, Food, Biography, Memoir, Travelogue, Biography Memoir
Goodreads rating: 3.77
(rated by 326344 readers)

Description

Frances Mayes, a widely published poet, gourmet cook, and travel writer, shares her journey of buying and restoring an abandoned villa in the Tuscan countryside. She uncovers faded frescoes, a hidden vineyard, and even encounters a scorpion under her pillow. Through her traditional kitchen and garden, she presents seasonal recipes inspired by the local markets and hill towns. Discover the nuances of the Italian landscape, history, and cuisine as Mayes captures the essence of Tuscany with passion and gusto. A delightful celebration of life in Tuscany, this book is a sensory feast.
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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

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Italian villa restoration ignites sensual, rural pleasures.

If you've ever daydreamed of an Italian adventure, "Under the Tuscan Sun" might just be the nudge you need to start packing. Frances Mayes takes you on a deeply personal journey through the sights, sounds, and tastes of Tuscany, rife with the satisfaction of creating something truly beautiful from the ground up. Her poetic reflections on renovation and Italian culture intertwine, making this book a beautiful escape for anyone in need of a warm, inspiring read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.