| Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria: Revised Edition Revised Edition Contributor(s): Lasdun, James (Author), Davis, Pia (Author) |
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ISBN: 0141009004 ISBN-13: 9780141009001 Publisher: Penguin Books OUR PRICE: $22.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2004 Annotation: Illuminating the dazzling landscapes and hidden delights of two of Italy's most tantalizing provinces, the authors take travelers on a series of walks that go not only deep into the classic landscapes of vineyards, olive groves, forests, and mountains, but also through hill towns, villages, and other cultural centers. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Travel | Europe - Italy - Travel | Essays & Travelogues - Travel | Food, Lodging & Transportation - Restaurants |
| Dewey: 914.5 |
| LCCN: 2004053429 |
| Lexile Measure: 1250 |
| Physical Information: 1.11" H x 4.6" W x 8.02" (0.67 lbs) 416 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Italy |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book, now thoroughly revised and updated, is written to satisfy readers who want to build their holiday around walking, or those who simply want to integrate a bit of walking into their holiday. It begins with a practicalities section and extend into the walks themselves. From six or so base towns, the authors offer routes of one or two hours, half day, and one, three, and five days. There are also some extraordinary walks worth going out of the way for. There are recommendations for restaurants, trattorias and pizzerias, as well as markets and other take-away options. Additionally, the book includes suggestions for lodging, transportation, flora and many other points of interest. |