Download or read book The Finest Wines of Tuscany and Central Italy written by Nicholas Belfrage and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2009-09-14 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wines of Tuscany were famous long before Leonardo da Vinci described them as “bottled sunshine,” and they are at the forefront of the remarkable renaissance of Italian wine over the past 30 years. In this groundbreaking new book, Nicolas Belfrage shares his insider’s knowledge acquired as a specialist wine trader and writer. Mindful of the region’s fascinating past, Belfrage brings its story up to date, discussing such subjects as geology and geography, grape varieties, and the latest research into Sangiovese, the variety used in the top wines of Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. He also clarifies the regulatory framework and follows the recent controversial developments in viticulture and winemaking, including the rise of the Super-Tuscans and the ongoing “Brunellogate” scandal that broke in 2008. At the heart of the book are in-depth, illustrated profiles of more than 90 of the most interesting producers, large and small, with insightful notes on the essential character of their finest wines. The author also offers a comprehensive review of vintages and selects his top 100 wines in ten different categories, while wines of special quality or value are indicated throughout.

Download or read book Central Tuscany written by Scott Grabinger and published by Scott Grabinger Books. This book was released on 2012-02-22 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Note: There is a newer version of this book. Please look for the new title Central Tuscany: Casentino and Valtiberina. The cover says 2016 through 2017 Edition.

Download or read book Tuscany in the Age of Empire written by Brian Brege and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2021-07-13 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new history explores how one of Renaissance ItalyÕs leading cities maintained its influence in an era of global exploration, trade, and empire. The Grand Duchy of Tuscany was not an imperial power, but it did harbor global ambitions. After abortive attempts at overseas colonization and direct commercial expansion, as Brian Brege shows, Tuscany followed a different path, one that allowed it to participate in EuropeÕs new age of empire without establishing an empire of its own. The first history of its kind, Tuscany in the Age of Empire offers a fresh appraisal of one of the foremost cities of the Italian Renaissance, as it sought knowledge, fortune, and power throughout Asia, the Americas, and beyond. How did Tuscany, which could not compete directly with the growing empires of other European states, establish a global presence? First, Brege shows, Tuscany partnered with larger European powers. The duchy sought to obtain trade rights within their empires and even manage portions of other statesÕ overseas territories. Second, Tuscans invested in cultural, intellectual, and commercial institutions at home, which attracted the knowledge and wealth generated by EuropeÕs imperial expansions. Finally, Tuscans built effective coalitions with other regional powers in the Mediterranean and the Islamic world, which secured the duchyÕs access to global products and empowered the Tuscan monarchy in foreign affairs. These strategies allowed Tuscany to punch well above its weight in a world where power was equated with the sort of imperial possessions it lacked. By finding areas of common interest with stronger neighbors and forming alliances with other marginal polities, a small state was able to protect its own security while carving out a space as a diplomatic and intellectual hub in a globalizing Europe.

Download or read book Central Tuscany written by Scott Tiezzi Grabinger and published by Createspace Independent Pub. This book was released on 2011-08-01 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: So, you are back to visit Tuscany. Where do you go on your next visit? This new guidebook answers this question by taking you to some of the most beautiful hill towns and sites in the central Tuscany areas of Le Crete, the Val d'Orcia, and Chianti: - Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Magiore - Montalcino - Abbazia di Sant'Antimo - Pienza - San Quirico d'Orcia - Montepulciano - Greve in Chianti - Radda in Chianti- Castello Brolio Winery This unconventional guidebook includes authentic family recipes from my Tuscan family, stories and adventures of traveling in Italy, and background information.The book is based on Inside Tuscany's eight travel principles: 1. Travel is educational. 2. Travel cheap to get the most out of your visit. 3. Go slow and easy. Plan to return. 4. Adapt — try new things. 5. Visit to “live,” not to tour. 6. Put your camera down and look around. 7. Fly under the radar. 8. Does €25.00 really matter in the grand scheme of things? To learn more about the food, culture, festivals, and towns I suggest that you set up a base so you can "live" in a Tuscan hill town, if only for a few days. This saves travel time and immerses you into the culture. For more information go to www.insidetuscanytours.com

Download or read book Central Italy written by and published by Fodor's Travel Publications. This book was released on 2000 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The words of Frances Mayes, William Weaver, and Jason Epstein give readers a taste of life in the countrysides of Tuscany and Umbria in this inspired anthology and travel resource, while the second part of the book is a handy reference section of information that travelers need to know.

Download or read book Lonely Planet Florence Tuscany written by Nicola Williams and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2022-11 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet’s Florence & Tuscany is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Travel the roads of Val d’Orcia, sample Chianti and explore the Uffizi’s collections; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Florence & Tuscany and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Florence & Tuscany Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Florence & Tuscany’s best experiences and where to have them What's NEW feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel NEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Over 51 maps Covers Florence, Siena & Central Tuscany, Southern Tuscany, Central Coast & Elba, Northwestern Tuscany, Eastern Tuscany and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Florence & Tuscany, our most comprehensive guide to Florence & Tuscany, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Florence & Tuscany, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Italy for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

Download or read book Central Tuscany written by Scott Tiezzi Grabinger and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-05-22 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tuscany's Casentino and Valtiberina Valleys An Area Steeped in History and Religious Significance This guidebook takes you to some of the least visited, yet most beautiful, sites in Central Tuscany in the valleys of the Casentino and Valtiberina. The Casentino is a heavily forested area in the mountains with great historical and religious. The area was the site of several battles between Guelfs, including Florence, and Ghibillines, including Arezzo.The Camaldoli monastery and hermitage were founded by St. Romualdo. St. Francis of Assisi founded the Sanctuary of La Verna, where he received the stigmata.The Valtiberina is almost the eastern border of Tuscany with artistic and historical significance from the middle ages. The birth home of Michelangelo is in Caprese. Anghiari is a small town that was the site of a medieval battle. In the Casentino . . . Though Stia is barely large enough for a map, it has an outstanding wool museum tracing the use of wool as fabric through the centuries. Explore the extraordinarily well-preserved castle and town of Poppi. Find the secluded and peaceful Camaldoli Monastery and Hermitage and hermitage high in the mountains surrounded by forests. Bring a jacket. Visit St. Francis's Santuario della Verna where he received the stigmata and slept on a rock ledge in a cave. In the Valtiberina . . . Walk all through the tiny medieval town of Anghiari perched on the side of the mountain with no traffic. Stop at the museum of the Battle of Anghiari to learn about the area and the lost fresco of Leonardo da Vinci. Walk among modern sculptures in the garden at the home where Michelangelo was born in Caprese Michelangelo. Visit old, flat, pedestrian free Sansepolcro with its collection of interesting churches and beautiful Civic Museum with several Piero della Francesca masterpieces. Examine Piero della Francesca's restored fresco of Madonna del Parto in Monterchi. Book Features: Authentic recipes from my Italian cousins. GPS coordinates to sites. Travel information including courtesies, photography, the language, and more. Mobile accessibility information. For the latest descriptions of all the books visit http://www.insidetuscanybooks.com available on Amazon.com and as iBooks on iTunes. For Ideas on Traveling in Tuscany For central Tuscany itinerary planning ideas: http://www.insidetuscanytours.com Personal Contacts Email: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/scott.grabinger LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scott-grabinger-3890b073 Blog: insidetuscany.blogspot.com Reader Comment: "Scott Tiezzi Grabinger is an American who has written a series of guides to its province and the southern part of Siena Province, fascinating and beautiful parts if Tuscany that few tourists see on their first visit to the region. He takes you through lesser-known villages and churches in the same detail that the big commercial guides provide for the usual must-sees, so that you come to understand what a cultural wealth is to be found in even the most out-of-the-way places. The guiding is interspersed with historical information, recipes, and helpful tips for enjoying your time in Tuscany."

Download or read book The Fascist Revolution in Tuscany 1919 22 written by Frank Snowden and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2004-03-11 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 1989 book is a detailed study of the social origins of the fascist reaction in Tuscany, which played a key role in the rise of Italian fascism to power. Tuscan fascism was second to none in its violence, organisational strength, intransigence and missionary zeal. The central question is who supported fascism, and why. To what extent did Tuscany, a major agricultural region, conform to national patterns? What are the implications of the pattern of support for fascism in Tuscany for the wider interpretation of the movement? Dr Snowden offers a thematic approach, discussing in turn agrarian fascism, industrial and urban activity, and relations between the black-shirts and state officials. Thus the significance of the fascist militancy of particular social groups and classes can be assessed for the period between the mass strikes in 1919 and the end of labour militancy marked by the beginning of the fascist dictatorship.

Download or read book Florence Tuscany written by and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2006 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three-dimensional cutaway illustrations and floor plans of key landmarks complement these richly illustrated, fully updated travel handbooks that also include enhanced maps, street-by-street guides, background information on a host of popular sights, and an expanded traveler's survival guide providing tips on hotels, restaurants, local customs, transportation, medical services, museums, entertainment, and more.

Download or read book A Handbook for Travellers in Central Italy written by and published by . This book was released on 1857 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Central Tuscany Eight Tuscan Hill Towns written by Scott Grabinger and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-05-10 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Central Tuscany: Eight Tuscan Hill Towns New and Expanded 2016 to 2017 Edition Visit the Valdichiana towns of Civitella, Arezzo, Monte San Savino, Castiglion Fiorentino, Foiano, Lucignano, Cortona, and Chiusi. My books are for the repeat visitor to Tuscany. After you have seen Pisa, Siena, Florence, and San Gimignano where do you go? What do you do? My bet is that you want to see the smaller, less crowded sites and travel slower to enjoy the culture and some gelato. This volume of the Inside Tuscany: A Second Time Around series describes eight of the most beautiful hill towns in Tuscany helps you to enjoy the culture in the process: Set up a base up in Arezzo, neither too big nor too small, with excellent restaurants and a wealth of museums and churches. Visit Civitella in Valdichiana to learn its tragic history during a World War II massacre. Shop at the daily market in Monte San Savino while visiting the unique museum in its fortress tower. Find the Etruscan museum and dig in tiny Castiglion Fiorentino. Meander through small Foiano della Chiana and discover its hidden art treasures. Explore the small, well-preserved medieval town of Lucignano with its intact walls and fascinating Museo Civico. Spend a day at two at the best museums in Cortona, then sit in the Piazza Repubblica with a cafè and watch people go by. Study Etruscan artifacts at the superb Etruscan museum in Chiusi and then go underground to visit the old Roman labyrinth of tunnels and cistern. Information You''ll Find in the Text: cook with 11 authentic recipes, some from my Italian cousins, find a place to stay with information on an agriturismo, hotel, and B&B in Arezzo, find good restaurants and pizzerias, use GPS coordinates to find your way around, participate in the evening passeggiata and local markets, eat at the best osteria in Arezzo, La Capannaccia, get an idea on the mobile accessibility of sites. What is the Valdichiana? The Valdichiana is a large flat valley stretching south from the Umbrian border at Lake Trasimeno near Cortona to the town of Civitella in Valdichiana in the north. Originally a swamp, it has been drained several times through the last couple of thousand years and is now the breadbasket of Italy, full of fruit and olive orchards, crops of grain and corn, vineyards, and grazing land for the famous chianina beef, the source of bistecca Fiorentina. Praise from Readers for the "Second Time Around" Series I was delighted to find your book on the area on Amazon before our visit earlier this month. We went to Arezzo a few years ago, but this time, armed with guidebook we visited again. I wanted to let you know how helpful the book was. I had not noticed the bas-reliefs on the barrel vault of the main door of Pieve Santa Maria or visited the Museo Ivan Bruschi before, let alone the Telecommunications Museum which, like you, we stumbled on unexpectedly. I just finished your book and wanted to tell you I enjoyed it very much. I am planning to go to the Tuscany area next June for a wedding and it gave me a lot of usual information. Because of your book I plan on setting up shop in Arezzo for a few days. I have your guide books which have been very useful. Contacts and Social Media Contact: [email protected] Facebook: www.facebook.com/scott.grabinger LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scott-grabinger-3890b073 Blog: insidetuscany.blogspot.com For book information: www.insidetuscanybooks.com For Tuscan itineraries: www.insidetuscanytours.com

Download or read book Tuscany written by Damien Simonis and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes a section on the regions world famous food and wine specialties and fascinating coverage of Tuscan art and architecture from the Etruscans to the Uffize.

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Tuscany and Umbria written by Tim Jepson and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thenew, full-colourRough Guide to Tuscanyand Umbriais the ultimate travel guide to some of Europe's most popular tourist destinations. Covering the region more comprehensively than any other guide, it's packed with up-to-date and expert information on all the attractions, from the great museums of Florence and Siena to the tiny rural villages, as well as guiding you to the best of the beaches, forests, mountains and vineyard-clad hills. It also gives you the lowdown on the best hotels and restaurants for all budgets, and illuminates the sights with background information on history, folklore, art, architecture and festivals. Dozens of photographs and easy-to-use colour maps complete a guide that has long been established as the best you can buy. Make the most of your time, with The Rough Guide to Tuscany and Umbria.

Download or read book The Aristocracy in England and Tuscany 1000 1250 written by Peter Coss and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2019-10-17 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume examines the aristocracy in Tuscany and in England across a period of two and a half centuries (1000-1250). It deals first with Tuscany, tracing the history of the aristocracy and illustrating its nature and evolution, and observing aristocratic behaviour and attitudes, and how aristocrats related to other members of society. Peter Coss then examines the history of England in the same periods. It is not, however, a comparative history, but employs Italian insights to look at the aristocracy in England and to move away from the traditional interpretation which revolves around Magna Carta and the idea of English exceptionalism. By offering a study of the aristocracy across a wide time-frame and with themes drawn from Italian historiography, Coss offers a new approach to studying aristocracy within its own contexts.

Download or read book Fodor s Florence Tuscany Umbria written by Fodor's Travel Publications, Inc. Staff and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lists and describes points of interest, hotels and restaurants, museums, shopping, sports, recreation, and entertainment in Florence and the towns of Tuscany and Umbria

Download or read book Lonely Planet Florence Tuscany written by Angelo Zinna and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2023-06 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet's Florence and Tuscany is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences.Marvel at masterpieces in the Uffizi Gallery, zoom down the Etruscan Coast and sunbathe on a stunning Elba beach; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Florence and Tuscany Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel Colour maps and images throughout Language - essential phrases and language tips Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Covers Florence, Siena, Montepulciano, Alta Maremma, Citta del Tufo, Livorno, Etruscan Coast, Elba, Pisa, Lucca, Arezzo, Val di Chiana and more! eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet). 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Download or read book Lonely Planet Florence Tuscany written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2018-01-01 with total page 591 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Florence & Tuscany is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience art-lover heaven at the world-class Uffizi Gallery in Florence, tempt your taste buds on a food tour around Tuscany, or climb San Gimignano's medieval towers; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Florence & Tuscany and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Florence & Tuscany Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - including customs, history, art, literature, cinema, architecture, politics, landscapes, cuisine, wine Covers Florence, Siena, Central Coast, Elba, Apuane Alps, Lucca, Pisa, San Gimignano, San Minato, Chianti, Arezzo, Garfagnana, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Florence & Tuscany, our most comprehensive guide to Florence & Tuscany, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.