Weddings and Courtships - Italy [Paperback]

Lisa Shea (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2007

Envision a First Date. Infuse a Relationship. Plan a Wedding. Live the Italian Life. Italian romance: the history and mythology, the poetry, blessings, food and drinks. A book for everyone looking to embrace all things Italian in the ways of love. Start with courtship, then create the perfect wedding, and keep the fire alive with everyday Italian living.

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About the Author

Lisa Shea is fascinated by how, from an early age, we are subtly trained in the traditions of courtship. Fairy tales involved red roses as a sign of love. White clothing represents innocence, while green is the color of health. Every culture has its own traditions in the meaning of flowers, the significance of months, and the legends which grow around locations and people. Lisa combined her interest in these romantic traditions with her love of travel and culture. She embarked on numerou trips to lands steeped in history -- the green hills of Ireland, the flowered gardens of France, the beautiful coastlines of Italy. She walked the hexagonal steps of the Giant's caueway, gazed at the serenity of the Seine river, and marveled at the singing gondoliers of Venice. She absorbed the natural beauty of these locations and talked frequently with the locals about their lore and traditions. Lisa'a love of literature immersed her in centuries of traditional tales from each land, revealing a wealth of courtship and romance lore. For a more modern take, she also watched hundreds of movies set in the locations to stay up to date with current practices. Share in Lisa's enthusiasm for all things romantic. Whether you are planning your very first date, or are seeking ways to revitalize a long-term relationship, there is a wealth of knowledge waiting here for you!

Product Details

• Paperback: 120 pages
• Publisher: Windstorm Creative; 1 edition (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1590921011
• ISBN-13: 978-1590921012
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #483,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lisa Shea is a fervent fan of honor, loyalty, and chivalry. She brings to life worlds where men and women stand shoulder to shoulder, steady in their desire to make the world a better place for all. While her heroines often wield a sword, they equally value the skilled use of their intelligence, wisdom, courage, and compassion.

Lisa has completed ten medieval romance novels. She is currently in the process of self publishing them. The first three were released in December 2011.

All proceeds from sales of these novels benefit battered women's shelters.

Lisa's medieval romance novels, in order of publication, are:

Seeking the Truth - Dec 2011
Knowing Yourself - Dec 2011
A Sense of Duty - Dec 2011
Creating Memories - Feb 2012
Looking Back - Mar 2012
Badge of Honor - Apr 2012
Lady in Red - May 2012
Finding Peace - Jun 2012
Believing your Eyes - Jul 2012
Trusting in Faith - Aug 2012

Each novel is a stand-alone story set in medieval England. These novels can be read in any order and have entirely separate casts of characters.

Note: The entries currently in Amazon's system for Badge of Honor, Creating Memories, and Believing your Eyes were test copies and are not live for purchase. They will go live in the month indicated!

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3 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars That's amore'!, January 26, 2007

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This review is from: Weddings and Courtships - Italy (Paperback)

Someday, I'll go to Italy. I'll drift down the canals of Venice, stand at the foot of the Coliseum, wonder at the Tower of Pisa. Until then, though, this book will help me enjoy the best of Italian culture and romance and bring it into my home. I married an Italian gentleman, and know that there is nothing like the riveting magnetism of the unadorned gaze of an Italian in love. If you want to sweep someone off their feet Italian style, the recipe is in this book.

Steeped in history and tradition, Italy has been described as a piece of heaven on earth. From the history of famous Italian loves, to recipes for some of the finest food and drink found anywhere, to the traditions of courting, proposing, and marrying, this book touches on all things Amore'.