A Day in Tuscany: More Confessions of a Chianti Tour Guide (Hardcover)

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Praise for Dario Castagno's first book, Too Much Tuscan Sun:

 

“Castagno politely laughs as much with his American customers as he does at them, and does not begrudge their presence in any way…Too Much Tuscan Sun gives readers an untinted version of this now legendary land.” --Boston Globe

 

Product Description

A charming, heartfelt, and often humorous insider’s view of the Tuscan people, culture, and landscape. Readers who enjoyed Too Much Tuscan Sun will welcome this second book, which includes even more episodes from the author’s life growing up as a Chiantigiano.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 240 pages
• Publisher: Globe Pequot; 1st edition (June 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762744561
• ISBN-13: 978-0762744565
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #289,891 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Book!, November 11, 2007

By	John H. Padgham (Georgia, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Dario Castagno is a wonderful story teller, and his gift for painting beautiful pictures with his words really comes out in this book. I laughed, I cried, and I enjoyed every page of this book. Whether you've ever been to Italy or not, you will love this book! I also loved his first book - "Too Much Tuscan Sun" - a delightful and funny read.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vacation in a book, June 6, 2007

By	Kathleen Dimeglio - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I feel like I have visited Tuscany during my reading of this book. This second of his books is a wonderful appreciation of one's own world. Dario has the ability to see and hear the beauty and history and translate that to words. We should all open our eyes and ears a little more and take a moment to really feel our lives. I hope that I can. If you don't have time for a vacation this year, just read this book.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo, Dario!!, December 18, 2007

By	W. Demarzo - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I dearly loved this book. I vacationed in Vagliagli, the tiny Italian hamlet and recognized the sites and people the author talks about. When he describes the sights and sounds (the rooster, hunting dogs barking) upon waking, I find myself back at our villa down the way from Cignano. Everyone who appreciates the solitude and the true Italy needs to read this book. Thank you for sharing, Dario. I am a fan of your books.