Roma beata; letters from the Eternal city

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Elliott, Maud Howe, 1854-1948

Contributor:

Elliott, John, 1859-1925

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Roma Beata; Letters from the Eternal City" by Maud Howe Elliott is a collection of letters written in the late 19th century. The book provides a vivid and personal account of life in Rome during a time of significant cultural and social change. Through the author's correspondence, readers can expect insights into her experiences as an expatriate embracing the intricacies of daily life, local customs, and the beauty of the Eternal City. The opening of the work sets the stage for the author's arrival in Rome and the adjustments she and her companion must make as they search for a home. Elliott describes their initial struggles with finding suitable accommodations and the comical interactions with their Italian landlady. As the narrative unfolds, the letters capture the sights, sounds, and daily rhythms of Roman life, from the vibrant markets and unique culinary delights to the challenges of household management. With humor and charm, the author paints a portrait of a city that is both intimate and grand, inviting readers to share in her journey through the complexities of living in Rome among its rich historical backdrop. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2018-12-08