ITALYS PARADISE: A HISTORY OF TUSCANY (PB)

Since the days of the Grand Tour, Tuscany has cast its spell on foreign visitors. Alastair Moffat is no exception. Here he explores the region’s story, from the flowering of the Etruscan civilization, through the rise of the powerful medieval communes, the birth of the Renaissance, and the vital role Tuscany has played in the history of Italy as a whole. Insightful, readable and imbued with the author’s own enthusiasm, this book includes a wealth of information not found in tourist guides.