Nineteenth-century writers were an intriguing mix of curiosity and prejudice; modern writers are equally prejudiced, but not in a good way
Topic: Augustus Hare
My brief guide to travel books: the boring, the narrow-minded and the brilliant
Posted on Thursday, 30 June 2011
Italy, a land of beauty and overpowering ugliness
Italy is a country that has often fascinated British writers. Here are my recommendations for the best books on Italy and the Italians