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Born in Australia, Shirley Hazzard first moved to Naples as a young woman in the 1950s to take up a job with the United Nations. It was the beginning of a long love affair with the city. The Ancient Shore collects the best of Hazzard's writings on Naples, along with a classic New Yorker essay by her late husband, Francis Steegmuller. For the pair, both insatiable readers, the Naples of Pliny, Gibbon, and Auden is constantly alive to them in the present.
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Fodor's Travel
Pub. Date
[2020-]
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English
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The Bay of Naples and neighboring Amalfi Coast epitomize southern Italy at its best: in one concentrated area travelers find spectacular natural beauty, world-class art, rich history, and that quintessential Italian zest for living. This travel guide includes: . Dozens of full-color maps. Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks. In-depth breakout features onexploring Capri by boat; Naples' main...
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Lonely Planet
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
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Special colour feature on Pompeii and other ancient wonders; Extensive coverage of the Amalfi Coast incl. Cilento; In-depth background essays on Neopolitan Life - from saints and superstitions to the Mafia Special 'First Time' and 'Eat & Drink Like a Local' sections to help visitors plan their time.
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Avalon Travel, a member of the Perseus Books Group
Pub. Date
2014
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English
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In this compact guide, Rick Steves covers the essentials of Naples and the Amalfi Coast, including Pompeii, Vesuvius, Positano, and Amalfi Town. Visit Naples' Archaeological Museum, the Pompeii Forum, or the cathedrals and beaches of the Amalfi coast. You'll get Rick's firsthand advice on the best sights, eating, sleeping, and nightlife, and the maps and self-guided tours will ensure you make the most of your experience.
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DK Eyewitness Travel
Pub. Date
2004-
Language
English
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"While bustling Naples is packed with historic palaces and irresistible restaurants - plus easy access to the archaeological treasure trove of Pompeii - the Amalfi Coast promises some of Italy's most beautiful scenery. Make the most of your trip to this coastal paradise with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Naples and the Amalfi Coast have to offer and ensuring that you don't miss...