Mary McCarthy's Italy: The Stones of Florence and Venice Observed

By: Mary McCarthy

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Synopsis: Captivating portraits of two of the world&’s most beguiling cities from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Group. Mary McCarthy blends art, politics, religion, music, and history to create unique living portraits of two of Italy&’s most enchanting cities in these enthralling books now available in one volume. The Stones of Florence: The book Library Journal called &“Mary McCarthy&’s classic&” takes readers on a timeless journey to the place where the Renaissance began. From Michelangelo to the Medicis, The Stones of Florence is McCarthy&’s hymn to this immortal hub of art and commerce. Venice Observed: McCarthy trains her gaze on the immortal City of Canals. At once a comprehensive travelogue and a powerful piece of reportage, Venice Observed contains &“searching observations and astonishing comprehension of the Venetian taste and character&” (New York Herald Tribune).