Book description
In the wry but affectionate tradition of Bill Bryson, Ciao, America! is a delightful look at America through the eyes of a fiercely funny guest — one of Italy’s favorite authors who spent a year in Washington, D.C.
When Beppe Severgnini and his wife rented a creaky house in Georgetown…
Why read it?
1 author picked Ciao, America! An Italian Discovers the U.S. as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book helped me fall in love with travel memoir long before the thought of living in Italy ever crossed my mind.
Beppe Severgnini is laugh-out-loud funny. He and his wife move to Washington D.C. and must navigate and make sense of the American lifestyle. If you are looking for a few giggles, grab this one.
From Susan's list on travel memoir for women on women (and men) who travel.
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