Under a Tuscan Sun, by Frances Mayes

It's thought to figure out the kind of people to whom this book would appeal. Maybe to those who wish to go to Italy or have been there or just want to learn about the experiences of another in that incredible country. I'm really not sure. I found this a VERY enjoyable read that describes how this couple decided to buy an old villa in Tuscany and restore it. It talks about culture clashes, about the hardship of getting things done in a system which you don't understand even if you cherish and appreciate it a lot. This book makes you feel you're there: you can imagine yourself feeling the heat of the summer sun, eating a good bowl of authentic pasta, having a "gelato al limone" while it melts over you hand, letting the chianti linger in your mouth, taking a walk in the town piazza at night... It even comes with a few recipes for you to try your hand at cooking, which I'm sure you'll enjoy.