Small Place in Italy

Small Place in Italy takes readers on a journey through the stunning Apuan Alps on the border of Liguria and Northern Tuscany. Veteran travel writer Eric Newby and his wife, Wanda, purchase a small farmhouse that is in dire need of restoration. Despite the challenges they face, including a lack of running water and a septic tank that doesn't work, their love for the Italian countryside and their determination to create a home shines through.Newby's writing is both poetic and humorous. He transports readers to a world of simpler times, where friendships are formed over wine and feasts. The descriptions of the countryside are so vivid, readers will feel like they are right there with Newby and his wife, experiencing the beauty and challenges of rural Italy.Despite the trials and tribulations that come with restoring a farmhouse, Newby and Wanda find joy in the small things, like growing their first wine harvest and cooking meals together. Their love for each other and their new home shines through every page.Overall, Small Place in Italy is a beautiful memoir that will transport readers to a world of love, friendship, and the beauty of rural Italy. It is a must-read for anyone who loves travel and memoirs.