A Year in the World
Journeys of A Passionate Traveller
What's it about
Ever dreamed of leaving everything behind to truly live like a local in another country? Discover how to transform your travel fantasies into reality, moving beyond tourist traps to find the authentic heart of a place, whether it's for a week, a month, or a whole year. Learn the secrets to immersing yourself in new cultures, from renting a villa in Tuscany to navigating the vibrant markets of North Africa. This summary reveals Frances Mayes's personal blueprint for creating a home abroad, savoring everyday discoveries, and turning any journey into an unforgettable, life-changing adventure.
Meet the author
Frances Mayes is the international bestselling author of Under the Tuscan Sun, which remained on The New York Times bestseller list for over two and a half years. A poet, gourmand, and avid traveler, Mayes has spent her life transforming houses and exploring the world from her home bases in Tuscany and North Carolina. Her deep love for immersing herself in foreign landscapes and discovering the soul of a place infuses every page of her celebrated travel writing, offering readers a passport to a more observant life.

What's it about
Ever dreamed of leaving everything behind to truly live like a local in another country? Discover how to transform your travel fantasies into reality, moving beyond tourist traps to find the authentic heart of a place, whether it's for a week, a month, or a whole year. Learn the secrets to immersing yourself in new cultures, from renting a villa in Tuscany to navigating the vibrant markets of North Africa. This summary reveals Frances Mayes's personal blueprint for creating a home abroad, savoring everyday discoveries, and turning any journey into an unforgettable, life-changing adventure.
Meet the author
Frances Mayes is the international bestselling author of Under the Tuscan Sun, which remained on The New York Times bestseller list for over two and a half years. A poet, gourmand, and avid traveler, Mayes has spent her life transforming houses and exploring the world from her home bases in Tuscany and North Carolina. Her deep love for immersing herself in foreign landscapes and discovering the soul of a place infuses every page of her celebrated travel writing, offering readers a passport to a more observant life.
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