No Vulgar Hotel - by Judith Martin (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Love of Venice can strike anyone, not just romantic wusses. Among the toughies with serious cases were Lord Byron, Richard Wagner, Ezra Pound, and Ernest Hemingway. There is no cure for this affliction. This is a guide to managing it. 35 illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>This is the definitive book for managing an incurable passion for a decaying, waterlogged village. Whether you already have a raging case of Venetophilia or are among the fifteen million people who yearly put themselves in danger of contracting it, here is where you get your fix of Venetian wit, history, practicality, and enchantment.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>In the spirit of Henry James...Fans of Miss Manners' high comic style will find much to amuse them in this idiosyncratic slice of prosciutto on wry.--Amanda Heller "Boston Sunday Globe"<br><br>Interesting, frequently enlightening, and always amusing.-- "Library Journal"<br><br>Perfect for a swift, semi-intellectual overview of Venice that goes several steps deeper than the average tourist guide.-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>Reading her book, with its captivating mini-histories of Venetian literary salons, families of note and artists in residence, is like attending a gossipy Continental dinner party in which Martin not only plays the hostess but moonlights as various guests...Not only does Martin know what she likes, she knows how to serve it.--Pamela Paul "New York Times Book Review"<br><br>Do yourself a courtesy and read this revelation about the Jewel of the Adriatic.--P. J. O'Rourke<br>
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