- “The Name of the Rose” by Umberto Eco: This medieval mystery takes place in an Italian abbey during the 14th century.
- “The Leopard” by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa: Set in 19th-century Sicily, this novel follows the decline of an aristocratic family amidst social and political changes.
- “The Talented Mr. Ripley” by Patricia Highsmith: The story follows the cunning and manipulative Tom Ripley as he travels between Italy and other European destinations.
- “Room with a View” by E.M. Forster: This Edwardian novel explores the contrast between strict Victorian morality and the pull towards romantic passion in Florence, Italy.
- “Invisible Cities” by Italo Calvino: Calvino’s work offers a collection of imaginative and poetic descriptions of diverse fictional cities, with many inspired by Italian cities like Venice and Milan.
- “The Thief Lord” by Cornelia Funke: This children’s book tells the story of two brothers living in Venice who become entangled with a group of child thieves.
- “My Brilliant Friend” (and the entire Neapolitan Quartet) by Elena Ferrante: Set in Naples, this series delves into the complex friendship of two women against a backdrop of post-war Italy.
- “Call Me By Your Name” by André Aciman: Follow the intense summer romance between Elio and Oliver in the Italian Riviera, beautifully capturing the magic and heartache of first love.
- “The Betrothed” by Alessandro Manzoni: A classic Italian novel, it depicts the lives of two young lovers in 17th-century Lombardy, facing numerous challenges and political unrest.
- “Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes: A memoir-like novel, it portrays the author’s experiences of moving to Tuscany and renovating an abandoned villa, immersing readers in the beauty of the Italian countryside.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Italy
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