Oh no, another whimsical book about Brits in Italy, I thought when lent this. Wrong! It is pure delight, an erudite voyage through the history and geography of citrus fruits in Italy, and absolutely fascinating. Good bergamots only on one coastal strip, perfect citrons needed for a Jewish ritual, lemon houses on Lake Garda . . Attlee writes beautifully, with infectious love for her subject as well as knowledge abounding. And the title? A quote from Goethe!
(Annabel Bedini - bwl 84 Spring 2017 ) |
