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A House in Sicily
A House in Sicily
Author: Daphne Phelps, Denis Mack Smith
This is the captivating memoir of a resourceful woman who started life anew in the "most beautiful house in Sicily." For fifty years, at Casa Cuseni in the small Sicilian town of Taormina, Daphne Phelps has extended her English charm and warm hospitality to seasoned travelers and professional escapists as well as to writers and artists like Tenn...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780786707942
ISBN-10: 0786707941
Publication Date: 10/30/2000
Pages: 288
Rating:
  • Currently 2.8/5 Stars.
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2.8 stars, based on 16 ratings
Publisher: Carroll Graf Publishers
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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Helpful Score: 2
I loved this book! Its stories by an Englishwoman who lived in Sicily for 50 years in a house an uncle had built. The book is structured so a chapter deals with individuals that were part of her daily life as well as visitors. Given teh time frame, this structure makes sense. It also includes some pictures. It has really made me want to discover more about Sicily!
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Helpful Score: 1
Fascinating memoir by a British woman who inherited an estate in Sicily and decided to remain there for decades, entertaining some of the world's famous people. Great descriptions of life in Sicily over the years, especially the people and the culture. There are many photographs included in this book as well.
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Helpful Score: 1
I love reading this type of book, but this one wasn't as entertaining as I had hoped.
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