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A review by nyarasha
Under the Tuscan Sun: 20th-Anniversary Edition by Frances Mayes
4.0
Sensual descriptions of landscapes and food in Italy, along with musings about life and travel, were an enjoyable read. There aren't major revelations, just a pleasant narrative of renovations along with their triumphs and pitfalls.
The one part I didn't enjoy was the utter impossibility of this lifestyle for me or others without a lot of means. The author grew up with privilege of a sort, and that follows her through the book. Mention of a childhood cook, and other tidbits, served as a jarring reminder of the fact that this is out of my reach for the most part. I'm not sure how this is all affordable to live in two places at once, including one of the most affluent cities in the US, San Francisco. I'm glad the author makes it work beautifully, and am definitely a touch envious!
The one part I didn't enjoy was the utter impossibility of this lifestyle for me or others without a lot of means. The author grew up with privilege of a sort, and that follows her through the book. Mention of a childhood cook, and other tidbits, served as a jarring reminder of the fact that this is out of my reach for the most part. I'm not sure how this is all affordable to live in two places at once, including one of the most affluent cities in the US, San Francisco. I'm glad the author makes it work beautifully, and am definitely a touch envious!