"Italy, the Magic Land" by Lilian Whiting is a vivid exploration of Italy's artistic and historical allure as seen through the eyes of an early 20th-century traveler. The narrative paints a picture of Italy as a muse for artists, detailing its captivating landscapes and its vast historical importance. Focusing on the mid-19th century, Whiting brings to life Rome's thriving artistic circles and its vibrant cultural scene, showcasing a place where the past and present creatively merge. Social events and engaging art debates are captured offering a tribute to the creative energy defining an era and hinting at future in-depth studies of Italy's celebrated artistic legacy.
Italy, the Magic Land
By Lilian Whiting
Journey to a land where history and art intertwine, revealing a vibrant society that inspired generations of creative minds.
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About the AuthorLilian Whiting was an American journalist, editor, and author of poetry and short stories. She served as literary editor of the Boston Evening Traveller (1880–1890), editor-in-chief of the Boston Budget (1890–93), and afterward, spent much of her time in Europe. Whiting was the author of The World Beautiful, From Dreamland Sent, a book of poems, A Study of the Life and Poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, A Record of Kate Field, The World Beautiful in Books, Boston Days, Florence of Landor, The Outlook Beautiful, Italy, the Magic Land, Paris the Beautiful, and others.
Lilian Whiting was an American journalist, editor, and author of poetry and short stories. She served as literary editor of the Boston Evening Traveller (1880–1890), editor-in-chief of the Boston Budget (1890–93), and afterward, spent much of her time in Europe. Whiting was the author of The World Beautiful, From Dreamland Sent, a book of poems, A Study of the Life and Poetry of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, A Record of Kate Field, The World Beautiful in Books, Boston Days, Florence of Landor, The Outlook Beautiful, Italy, the Magic Land, Paris the Beautiful, and others.
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