Italian Hours Chapter 20 - Other Tuscan Cities Part 1

In which the author indulges in a tender and contemplative exploration of Pisa’s subdued charm, likening the city to a gentle invalid whose history and tranquil present invite a quiet, respectful admiration suffused with the whispers of youthful Italian discourse and the patient observation of its ancient monuments. His journey extends to the genial and robust little city of Lucca, a placid embodiment of pastoral felicity and rich equilibrium, culminating in a leisurely passage through timeless Tuscan landscapes that evoke a wistful longing for an Italy of simpler, more intimate pastimes.