"One will never forget the sudden transcendent quality of ordinary things, the glow of the fruit in its own leaves, the purple and green of artichokes with bushy tales, the delicacy of the sea creatures, silver, lilac - pale and coral red" - Winter in Venice, Pleasure and Landscapes by Sybille Bedford Here is some light musing over books I have loved this year and my favourite Audible listens too.... Family Lexicon by Natalia Ginzburg A Place in the World: Finding the Meaning of Home by Frances Mayes Serendipity: From Truffles and Champagne to Corn Flakes and Coffee: Stories of Accidental Success by Oscar Farinetti Four Seasons in Rome: On Twins, Insomnia and the Biggest Funeral in the History of the World by Anthony Dooer Pleasures and Landscapes: A Travellers Tales from Europe by Sybille Bedford  Liguria in Cucina: The Flavours of Liguria by Enrica Monzani Find all Show Notes and details mentioned at: michellejohnston.life You can now Support the Podcast and send your encouragement. © 2023  A Writer In Italy - travel, books, art and life Music Composed by Richard Johnston © 2023 Support the show