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This beautiful first edition is in immaculate, pristine condition, making it highly collectible. The dust jacket is in like-new condition, 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, with some visible wear on the top and bottom of the dust c over, 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 appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, white cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The spine is lightly stained. 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 heartwarming take on how life can begin anew.