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This beautiful softcover edition is in near fine condition, with only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, and the book is tight, firm, and in good condition. A Thousand Days in Venice by Marlena De Blasi is a memoir that tells the true story of how the author, an American food writer and chef, falls in love with both Venice and a Venetian man. The memoir beautifully blends romance with rich descriptions of Venetian culture and food. De Blasi vividly captures the flavors and atmosphere of Venice, making it a sensory experience as much as a love story. The book also explores the challenges of adapting to a new country, navigating cultural differences, and embracing an unexpected second chance at love. With its lyrical prose and evocative storytelling, this memoir offers a journey through love, transformation, and the enchanting beauty of Venice.

This beautiful first edition, first printing is in fine condition, with tight pages that appear unread. The book is tight, square, and unmarked, with a clean, unmarked dust jacket, beige cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering along the spine. The Lady in the Palazzo: At Home in Umbria by Marlena de Blasi is a memoir recounting the author’s life in a small Umbrian town with her Venetian husband, Fernando. The third volume in her Italian memoir series, it offers an evocative and often humorous portrait of daily life, local characters, and cultural adjustment. De Blasi’s richly descriptive prose and warm storytelling have made the book a widely praised and immersive depiction of Italian life.