Florence

A Traveler's Guide to its Gems & Giants

Non-Fiction - Travel
264 Pages
Reviewed on 03/28/2017
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Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite

Florence: A Traveler’s Guide to its Gems and Giants by Patti Civalleri is an interesting book that throws light on the city of Florence in Italy. The book is packed with a lot of exciting things that can be seen and done in this city. Unlike the usual travel book that one gets to read, this book is informative and entertaining and captures the sights, sounds, and essence of the place in a very unique manner, making it a fun and educational read. The history, the art, the places of interest, and the many other factors that make Florence what it is have been put down in an engaging way, making it the perfect travel guide while visiting this city.

The author captures everything about the city, and the pictures also help readers understand the rich history, beauty, and treasures of the place. The book is more about what makes it famous, instead of only describing the restaurants and sightseeing schedules usually seen in travel books. Florence is rich in Renaissance history and the author throws light on that aspect too, making readers and travelers look at the city with a different perspective. The book is packed with a lot of information and is a must-read for all those planning a visit to Florence. The author has definitely done a lot of research in bringing out a book like this, as it is very different from any travel book you will get to read.

Steven Shaw

I've been to Florence before. Twice. I've even hired guides. But this time I took this book. I had no idea how much I missed on my previous trips. Patty Civalleri showed me the Florence that Florentines love and feel. It is now my favorite city. If you want to go deep and falll in love with a city, Patty has the only travel guides that will give this to you. What a gift!