Italian Days by Barbara Grizzuti Harrison
Italian Days by Barbara Grizzuti Harrison is a reflective journey through Italy, combining personal memories with writing on its food, history, politics, folklore, architecture, arts and literature. The listing identifies this edition as a Kindle ebook, with reading aids including Word Wise and enhanced typesetting.
At a glance
- Mixes personal recollections with topics spanning food, politics, folklore, architecture, arts and literature.
- Travels across the peninsula, from Milan and Rome to Calabria.
- The Kindle listing specifies screen-reader support, Word Wise and enhanced typesetting.
Reference price: $19.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Wide-ranging cultural coverage gives readers more than a conventional travel itinerary.
- Personal reflections and local anecdotes frame its exploration of Italy.
- Several Kindle reading aids are listed as enabled.
Cons
- The 700-page length makes this a substantial read rather than a brief introduction.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | Atlantic Monthly Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | July 7, 2015 |
| Edition | 1st Atlantic Monthly Press Pbk. Ed |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 700 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0802190291 |
| File size | 8.7 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in Italian culture through personal essays and travel writing.
- Readers looking for a broad mix of Italian history, food, arts and regional observations.
- Kindle readers who use screen-reader support or Word Wise.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a practical, current travel guide with itineraries and trip-planning details.
- Readers who prefer a short overview rather than a long book.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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13% 13% - 3 stars
19% 19% - 2 stars
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The listing provides aggregate ratings but no written review summary, so specific reader praise or complaints cannot be characterized. The overall rating distribution leans positive while still including a notable share of three-star ratings. That offers limited context about reception, not evidence about particular themes or the book's suitability for an individual reader.
Frequently asked questions
What is Italian Days about?
It combines the author's personal reflections and travel with coverage of Italian food, history, politics, folklore, architecture, arts and literature.
Which parts of Italy does the book discuss?
The description mentions a journey from fashionable Milan through historic Rome to Calabria.
What Kindle features are listed?
Screen Reader support, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise and Page Flip are listed as enabled. X-Ray is listed as not enabled.
Is this a practical trip-planning guide?
The supplied description presents it as a personal and cultural journey, not a guide with itineraries or current travel logistics.
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