Books
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1. A Room with a View (E.M. Forster)
Set in both England and Florence, this novel follows the story of Lucy Honeychurch, exploring themes of love, society, and self-discovery against the backdrop of Florence's beauty.
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2. The Birth of Venus (Sarah Dunant)
Set in 15th-century Florence, this historical novel intertwines art, politics, and love as it follows a young woman named Alessandra Cecchi in the midst of the city's cultural revolution.
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3. The Agony and the Ecstasy (Irving Stone)
A biographical novel about the life of Michelangelo, this book vividly portrays the artist's struggles and achievements, including his time working on the sculptures and paintings in Florence.
Movies
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1. Tea with Mussolini (1999)
Set in Florence before and during World War II, this film tells the story of a young boy's experiences among a group of English and American expatriate women living in the city.
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2. Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
The story revolves around Frances, played by Diane Lane, a recently divorced writer who impulsively decides to buy a villa in Tuscany, Italy, after going through a personal crisis. The film captures the essence of Tuscany's breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and culinary delights.
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3. The Portrait of a Lady (1996)
Based on the homonymous novel by Henry James, the movie follows the story of Isabel Archer, a young and independent American woman. Isabel inherits a substantial fortune and sets out on a journey of self-discovery. The movie is set mostly in Florence and England.
