“How is the newcomer to deal with Rome? What is one to make of this marble rubble, this milk of wolves, this blood of Caesars, this sunrise of Renaissance, this baroquery of blown stone, this warm hive of Italians, this antipasto of civilization?”
This book delves into the unique viewpoints and narratives presented by women in various literary and artistic works, offering a comprehensive analysis of the feminine perspective. more
Shana Alexander was an American journalist celebrated for her wit and elegance. She began her career as a copywriter and quickly rose to prominence as a feature writer for magazines such as 'The New Yorker' and 'Harper's Bazaar'. Alexander was also a playwright and author, with her work often reflecting her keen observations of society and human nature. more
“A handwritten, personal letter has become a genuine modern-day luxury, like a child's pony ride.”
“Good drama should sandpaper the mind.”
“Tourists moved over the piazza like drugged insects on a painted plate.”