Books that fit Tuscany
Why not take the right book with you on vacation? On this page we present a growing selection of books that fit Tuscany. These include novels, thrillers, but also non-fiction or reference works or guides that we would be happy to recommend to you. For each book you will receive a short description and a further link, with which you can order the book quickly and easily in advance of your vacation in Tuscany. We hope you enjoy reading!
Exciting crime novels from Tuscany
"Juliet" by Anne Fortier
Background of the exciting History á la “Romeo and Juliet”, the two families of Tolomei and Salimbeni in Siena, who were enemies of each other in the Middle Ages. The young American Julia Tolomei learns from her aunt that there is... Siena there is a family secret. There she finds a 600-year-old diary, which she sinks into while reading and which seems to be the key to the answers to her questions. So she comes across a secret society and a curse that is said to have still weighed on her family and on her since 1340...
For her research, the author Anne Fortier visited the places she described in Siena herself and succeeds in drawing a fascinating picture of Siena with great attention to detail, whereby she repeatedly draws parallels to centuries-old novels, which she does very well succeeds well and often in an amusing way.
This book is recommended for those who are romantic and like to be enchanted.
Novels from Tuscany
"The Innocents Abroad" by Mark Twain
In this very special treat for globetrotters and experienced Italy lovers Mark Twain the experiences of his “pleasure trip” through the “Old World” from 1878 to 1879. He published these in the Daily alta california as well as in the new york herald and New york tribune. His entire travel work appeared under the title The Innocents Abroad and was translated in the 60s by Ana Maria Brock, among others.
In volume 2 of The innocent abroad Mark Twain describes his impressions of Italy and Tuscany in several chapters. He expresses himself relentlessly, openly and humorous in his own way. It's fun to rediscover certain locations and you can't help but smile and agree with the author.
Even if Mark Twain's journey was well over a hundred years ago, the individual locations can still be recognized and visited today. The information about Twain stands in a refreshing contrast to the usual information in today's travel guides and invites you to a special kind of paper chase, especially through here Florence, on.
Non-fiction book: "Wine" by André Dominé
From our point of view, this work is one of the best summaries on the subject of "wine" currently on the Markt is available. Certainly not every winery worldwide can be described here, but what Dominé writes together with other authors is a masterpiece despite the complexity of the topic.
The book is suitable as a reference work for wine connoisseurs as well as for beginners who want to know more about the background of wine. Of course, Dominé also describes everything essential about Italian wines - although Tuscany is not neglected. The descriptions are all explained very clearly and seem very “modern” in terms of many current references. Although it is in the Tuscany excellent wines exists, this book whets the appetite for more, because anyone who gets involved with the topic of “wine” cannot avoid wines from other countries. Ultimately, this book provides fair, comprehensive information about all the wines in the world, with the... Tuscany wines definitely suitable as introductory reading for Tuscany lovers.
This makes wine also makes an excellent gift idea, especially if friends or family are visiting for the first time Travel to Tuscany and learn about wine deal with.
Novel: "Tuscan Spring" by Clara Weißberg
When Mia inherits a small house in Tuscany with her mother, she decided to go on vacation. She quickly succumbs to the charm of the beautiful landscape. And that of the handsome Sandros. She decides to stay longer. However, there is also the neighbor Filippo, who takes care of her with great devotion. To be too good to be true. First Mia falls in love with the wrong guy, then she learns that her mother wants to sell the house. Should she really go back to her old home? Or fight for new friends and love? At the end of the Italian summer, nothing is as it was ...
The novel is set in and around Siena and has received very good reviews so far. "Tuscany Spring" is an enchanting entertainment novel with Italian flair, which could give a foretaste for the next vacation or sweeten a little break from everyday life for those who stay at home. Wonderful reading in summer time, absolute reading recommendation!
Last updated: 05.03.2024
