The Monocle Book of Italy

The Monocle Book of ItalyThe Monocle team celebrates the endlessly fascinating and culturally rich country of Italy. Following the success of The Monocle Book of Japan, Monocle's latest book is a celebration of all things Italian. Few countries pack a punch like Italy energetic, enigmatic and effortlessly cool, it's a country of chic beach clubs, tradition steeped hilltop towns and cities full of soul. Its cuisine is celebrated the world over, its design aesthetic has become

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