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Wednesday, February 15, 2012

The English and the Americans in Florence

THE VICTORIANS – literary landscapes


Discover the world of the Victorians in Florence. Visit the home of English poets Elizabeth Barrett and Robert Browning; explore the styles and influences still visible today behind the doors of Florentine buildings, including a visit to a private palace; enjoy lunch and views from the Torre Di Bellosguardo, once described by Lady Paget as having ‘air like champagne’; tour the ‘English Cemetery’ with its wealth of history; experience the past with a carriage ride through the old city centre. A rare glimpse of another time. All fees and transfers included. Numbers are limited, pre-booking required.

 

23rd May • €200.00

 

BOOKING INFORMATION


The Victorians - Literary Landscapes
23rd May 2012 €200.00


Courses are conducted in English, beginning at 9am in the Library
and Cultural Centre and concluding at 5pm.

 

To view the course brochure please open the attachment below.

 

 

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vedi l'allegato (english and americans in florence.pdf)