Following on from Blue Guide Literary Companion Venice, an anthology of excerpts from prose and poetry written in or about Rome, prefaced by brief biographical and contextual notes. Perfect for taking on holiday or as preparatory reading before a visit or as entertainment for lovers of Rome and literature.

Annabel Barber is the Blue Guides Editor-in-Chief and co-author of the new edition of Blue Guide Rome.

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