Showing books by Frances Mayes
This beautiful softcover edition is in near fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and near fine. A Place in the World: Finding the Meaning of Home by Frances Mayes is a reflective memoir. The book weaves stories of Mayes' experiences living in multiple places, from her childhood in Georgia to her life in Tuscany, Italy, and travels across the world. Frances Mayes’ prose is lyrical and deeply personal, filled with sensory details that immerse readers in the landscapes and cultures she describes. Her background as a poet is evident in her attention to detail and descriptive storytelling.
This beautiful softcover edition is in fine condition with no marks or tears and showing absolutely minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Every Day in Tuscany is the third memoir by Frances Mayes, following her acclaimed works Under the Tuscan Sun and Bella Tuscany. It chronicles her continued adventures living in the Tuscan countryside, where she and her husband Ed have restored an old villa, Bramasole, in the hills above Cortona, Italy. Frances Mayes’ lyrical prose brings the Tuscan countryside to life.
This beautiful first edition is in immaculate, pristine condition. The dust jacket is unmarked, pages are tight and unmarked. White cloth and gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The novel delves into themes of family dynamics, the impact of the past on the present, and the complexities of uncovering hidden truths. Mayes's portrayal of the Southern setting is vivid, capturing the essence of small-town life and its intricacies.
This like-new first edition hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, green cloth boards, and gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Bella Tuscany: The Sweet Life in Italy by Frances Mayes is a memoir published in 1999, which serves as a sequel to her best-selling book Under the Tuscan Sun. In Bella Tuscany, Mayes continues her story about living part-time in Tuscany, where she and her husband, Ed, restore their ancient villa called Bramasole. The book delves deeper into their life in the Italian countryside, exploring the rhythms of the seasons, local culture, food, and the process of integrating into a foreign community.
This beautiful, signed first edition hardcover is untouched, with no marks. The pages are tight and appear unread. The book is tight, square, and unmarked, the dust cover is unmarked, red cloth boards and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. In Tuscany by Frances Mayes is a captivating book co-authored with her husband, Edward Mayes, and photographer Bob Krist. It is a richly illustrated collection that celebrates the beauty and charm of Tuscany, combining prose, poetry, and stunning photographs.
This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and in good condition. Dust cover is unmarked, white cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Themes in Women in Sunlight include reinvention in later life, embracing the unknown, and the power of female friendships. The novel explores how a change of scenery can inspire personal growth, and how new experiences can reignite passion for life. This book is written in the same immersive and evocative style that Mayes is known for, offering readers vivid descriptions of Italy's landscapes, food, and culture. It has been praised for its lush portrayal of Tuscany and for its take on how life can begin anew.