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Forte dei Marmi, the crown jewel of Tuscany’s Mediterranean coast, boasts unmatched sun-kissed shores and seaside splendor. Its past tells a story of transformation from a quaint fishing village to a glamorous jet-set playground. Candy-colored umbrellas from beach clubs dot the pristine sands, with the Apuan Alps providing a majestic backdrop. Renowned sculptors like Michelangelo and Jeff Koons have drawn inspiration from nearby Carrara and Pietrasanta. Edoardo Nesi’s evocative text and stunning photography capture the spirit of this unspoiled haven, making it an ideal destination for a timeless Italian vacation.
PAGE COUNT
280 pages
NUMBER OF ILLUSTRATIONS
over 200
LANGUAGE
English
RELEASED ON
June 2024
DIMENSIONS
W 10 x L 13 x D 1.5 in
COVER MATERIALS
Linen hardcover
ISBN
9781649803481
WEIGHT
6.0 lb
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Edoardo Nesi has written numerous novels and essays, many of which have been translated into English. In 2011, he won the Strega Prize, the most prestigious literary award in Italy, for Story of My People. He began his career translating the work of such authors as Bruce Chatwin, Malcolm Lowry, Stephen King, and Quentin Tarantino. He has also translated David Foster Wallace’s masterpiece, Infinite Jest, into Italian.
