Italian Life and Legends
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Italian Life and Legends is a fascinating glimpse into Italian culture and history through the eyes of an American woman living in Florence in the mid-19th century. Mowatt Ritchie's writing is lively and engaging, and she provides a wealth of information about Italian customs, traditions, and history. The book is also notable for its inclusion of several legends and stories that are not well-known outside of Italy. Italian Life and Legends is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Italian culture and history.Book Details
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Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie
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Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie was a French-born American author, playwright, public reader, actress, and preservationist. Her best known work was the play Fashion, published in 1845. Following her critical...
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