Description
Hardcover has wear. Front cover has stains. Spine coming undone at the bottom of the top cover. Spine has damage on top corners. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Water stain at top corner. doesn’t effect text. Pages are clean. Binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of “Das Buch von San Michele” by Axel Munthe is a true testament to the enduring appeal of the Swedish physician’s captivating memoir. Published in 1929, it recounts Munthe’s experiences restoring the villa San Michele on the island of Capri, offering a fascinating glimpse into the cultural milieu of turn-of-the-century Italy. Despite its tattered exterior, the book’s clean pages and secure binding ensure that readers can still immerse themselves in Munthe’s vivid descriptions of the villa’s rich history and his encounters with notable figures like the Swedish queen and Italian aristocracy. As a cherished classic of travel literature, this edition invites collectors and readers alike to embark on a journey through the sun-drenched landscapes and cultural treasures of the Mediterranean, guided by Munthe’s eloquent prose and keen eye for detail.
