A Child of Tuscany

By Marguerite Bouvet

Book Overview

A Child of Tuscany is a memoir written by Marguerite Bouvet that chronicles her experiences growing up in the Tuscan countryside during the early 20th century. The book offers a vivid portrayal of rural life in Tuscany, as seen through the eyes of a young girl. Bouvet describes her childhood in detail, from her daily routines to her relationships with family and friends. She also provides insights into the customs and traditions of the region, including food, festivals, and religious practices. The book offers a nostalgic and romanticized view of Tuscany, with its rolling hills, olive groves, and vineyards, but also delves into the challenges faced by its inhabitants, including poverty and social inequality. Overall, A Child of Tuscany is a charming and evocative memoir that offers a glimpse into a bygone era of Italian life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162798904
• ISBN13: 9781162798905
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"