Misadventures In Tuscany

Author : David M. Addison
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1467005010
Total Pages : 418 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Misadventures in Tuscany written by David M. Addison and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David M. Addison provides a refreshing, alternative perspective in travel writing. A bit like Mr Bean on holiday, picking up the wrong piece of luggage at the airport is just the first in a series of misadventures which bedevil the author and his long-suffering wife on this ill-starred trip to Tuscany. From the lesser-known Lucca, which serves as the epicentre for his disasters, to Pisa and Florence, the author takes the reader not only on a hilarious journey, but also on one of discovery as he lurches from one crisis to the next. His frequently toe-curling account of his misadventures with the wrong bag is the link that blows like a gale of laughter throughout this narrative. Yet, for all his bungling, the author is surprisingly knowledgeable about the art, architecture and the history of Florence, Pisa and Lucca - places famous on the tourist map but what attracts his attention in these places is the weird amidst the wonderful, the curious and the quirky details that pass unnoticed by the majority of tourists. In addition to this, the author takes the reader off the beaten track to places most tourists never venture. There are frequent laugh-out-loud moments at his technophobia, his blunders, his brushes with officialdom and those who just happen to cross his path, who either amuse him, intrigue him or as often as not, provoke his irritation. A word of sympathy however, must be mentioned for his long-suffering wife and travelling companion who, amidst all this mayhem, is an innocent and unwitting accomplice.

Author : Judith Isacoff
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 342 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Adventures in Tuscany written by Judith Isacoff and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-01-18 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What happens when four, single 60-something American women rent a vacation apartment in Tuscany and a fifth friend surprises them by showing up on their doorstep? She is, of course, welcomed by the others, but there's a problem: The apartment has very strict rules - only four overnight guests are allowed. Their wine-inspired way around this is for each woman to leave for one night without prior arrangements, find an adventure and return the next day - with full disclosure. Their escapades involve a wild boar, a wilder party, unlikely romance and a "La Dolce Vita" moment. Ultimately, these experiences not only change their lives, but also the lives of many others as they end up bringing new life to a dying town. Along the way, they learn surprising new things about themselves and each other, and about life in Italy.

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Publisher : J.G.Arthur
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Montecrisi written by and published by J.G.Arthur. This book was released on 2014-08-03 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George is an amiable but bumbling Cornish-man who has spent most of his life in Tuscany close to the hill town of Montecrisi. His various occupations leave plenty of time for doing, not very much, an activity he excels in. A meeting with a Countess goes seriously awry leading to a series of murderous consequences.

Author : Collective
Publisher : Casa Editrice Bonechi
ISBN 13 : 9788847617926
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tuscany written by Collective and published by Casa Editrice Bonechi. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the rich history and culture of some of the world¿s most influential historical places with these highly illustrated books, packed with information and enlightening descriptions.

Author : Scott Tiezzi Grabinger
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 350 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Italian Adventures written by Scott Tiezzi Grabinger and published by . This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tuscany. What's it really like? The author of the acclaimed Inside Tuscany: A Second Time Around guide book series offers a new anthology of essays about living and traveling in Tuscany and Italy. Book Sections I. P8: Many of the best foods of Italy begin with the letter P: pizza, pecorino Toscano, porcini mushrooms, pasta, parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto, porchetta, and pici. II. Working and Living: including my philosophy for slow travel, what my workday looks like, the benefits of speaking Italian, a visit to the hospital emergency ward, and mysterious vibes. III. Rome: staying at a convent, remembering World War II, visiting the Coliseum's underground, and touring the Borghese. IV. Characters: memorable people and Naples. V. Food: reflections on the simplicity of the Italian cuisine, the coffee culture, a favorite restaurant, the grand International food tasting market, olive harvest, polenta festival, and my own pasta FAQ. VI. Skills: essays about the art of travel, packing, tipping, using bathrooms, and interesting Italian behaviors. "Inside Tuscany Books" publishes guidebooks that feature less-visited sites in southern Tuscany, teach the basics of art, and share family recipes. The guidebooks feature Scott Tiezzi Grabinger's philosophy of slow travel focussing on setting up a base for exploration. The books are unique in that the author has several years of experience traveling in Tuscany. His books have a unique point of view because he has numerous cousins to teach him about places other guidebooks miss and he speaks Italian. He has also written a highly praised memoir of essays recounting his adventures and misadventures while traveling in Italy entitled "Walking the Aqueduct." List of Books Inside Tuscany: A Second Time Around Series: Central Tuscany: Arezzo Central Tuscany: Eight Valdichiana Hill Towns Central Tuscany: Le Crete and the Val d'Orcia Central Tuscany: Casentino and Valtiberina Central Tuscany: Best of Cortona Travel Essays and Stories about Tuscany and Italy: Walking the Aqueduct: Tuscan Adventures and Culture. Italian Adventures: Food, Life and Travel. Social Media Contact: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/scott.grabinger Photo Galleries: www.stgimages.com Book descriptions: www.stgbooks.com

Author : James O'Reilly
Publisher : Travelers' Tales
ISBN 13 : 9781885211682
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Travelers' Tales Tuscany written by James O'Reilly and published by Travelers' Tales. This book was released on 2002 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Alexander McCall Smith
Publisher : Anchor
ISBN 13 : 1101871407
Total Pages : 219 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book My Italian Bulldozer written by Alexander McCall Smith and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best-selling author of the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series returns with an irresistible new novel about one man’s adventures in the Italian countryside. Paul Stuart, a renowned food writer, finds himself at loose ends after his longtime girlfriend leaves him for her personal trainer. To cheer him up, Paul’s editor, Gloria, encourages him to finish his latest cookbook on-site in Tuscany, hoping that a change of scenery (plus the occasional truffled pasta and glass of red wine) will offer a cure for both heartache and writer’s block. But upon Paul’s arrival, things don’t quite go as planned. A mishap with his rental-car reservation leaves him stranded, until a newfound friend leads him to an intriguing alternative: a bulldozer. With little choice in the matter, Paul accepts the offer, and as he journeys (well, slowly trundles) into the idyllic hillside town of Montalcino, he discovers that the bulldozer may be the least of the surprises that await him. What follows is a delightful romp through the lush sights and flavors of the Tuscan countryside, as Paul encounters a rich cast of characters, including a young American woman who awakens in him something unexpected. A feast for the senses and a poignant meditation on the complexity of human relationships, My Italian Bulldozer is a charming and intensely satisfying love story for anyone who has ever dreamed of a fresh start.

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Publisher : Dominic Gabriel Cianciusi
ISBN 13 : 0986732400
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.09/5 ( download)

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Download or read book the Tuscan Telephone Triumph written by and published by Dominic Gabriel Cianciusi. This book was released on with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Don McPherson
Publisher : Ah! Tuscany
ISBN 13 : 159800767X
Total Pages : 291 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ah! Tuscany written by Don McPherson and published by Ah! Tuscany. This book was released on 2006-11-03 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AUTHORs REVIEW and COMMENTS on Ah! Tuscany : the Enlightenment of an ExpatraiteFive years ago my wife - Silvia - and I purchased a condominium in San Gimignano. This book is my story of what followed. Unlike most books, there is no obvious story line throughout - and this presented me with the challenge of leaving the reader with what at the end coalesces into a complete story. There are however, two shorter story lines. The first is: locating, purchasing, improving, and furnishing an apartment near San Gimignano and the second - woven throughtout the book - concerns obtaining our permission to live in Italy, official residency, car ownership and registration, Carta di Soggiorno, citizenship, and documents for a stolen car.Otherwise the book is a mosaic of personal experiences and observations that encompass our living experience and in the end it becomes clear that the real story is about getting to know the customs and people sufficiently that we felt truly at home in San Gimignano. For example, I describe shops, restaurants, a visit to the mayors office, the grape harvest and wine making, olive harvest and mushroom hunt and interactions with workmen (our artisans). I take the reader traveling to Volterra, Florence, Siena, Certaldo and Poggibonsi and Tuscan villages. We go cycling, take country walks and become acquainted with ancient books, the art scene, sunsets and winter in San Gimignano. I describe money laundering, medical sevices, doctor visits, pharmacies and the payment or avoidance of taxes. We learn several difficult lessons concerning government-controlled services: utilities, banks, telephone, post, computer connection, water and traffic violations. We learn the importance of notaries and town registrar (anagrafe), I make observations on politics, TV, strikes and the press, on All Saints Day, barbers, how a condominium functions, and festivals. During the entire process, we develop valued friendships and transition from outsiders to residents who truly belong to San Gimignano.There is a separate chapter on the special issue of Tuscan Way of Life, [the strange dichotomy of aggressive governance vs beautiful life style and wonderfully warm, friendly people] and another on the history of San Gimignano.My Target Audience comprises two groups: those who enjoy reading about life in Italy particularly Tuscany - and those adventurers who are either considering living in Italy or actually doing so. Both groups, and indeed all readers who enjoy travel will be entertained by many humorous and sometimes hilarious events surrounding the mysterious bureaucratic machinations of government, while those thinking of living there may better prepare themselves for the adventure. But all readers are sure to enjoy the pleasures of Tuscan friendliness, culture and customs.The living of this story has been an experience of a lifetime. From friends and unknown readers alike, I receive reports of pleasure, enjoyment and amazement. I therefore recommend the book to you and wish that many more will decide to share in my story.Don McPhersonclick to get published: http://outskirtspress.com/cgi/agent.cgi?key=22944

Author : Scott Grabinger
Publisher : Scott Grabinger Books
ISBN 13 : 1470001500
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Central Tuscany written by Scott Grabinger and published by Scott Grabinger Books. This book was released on 2012-02-22 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Note: There is a newer version of this book. Please look for the new title Central Tuscany: Casentino and Valtiberina. The cover says 2016 through 2017 Edition.