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Il Dolce Far Niente: The Italian Way of Summer Hardcover – June 18, 2024

by Lucy Laucht (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars 78 ratings
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This book is a gorgeous, photographic ode to the magic of southern coastal Italy in the summer by renowned travel, fashion, and lifestyle photographer Lucy Laucht.

A languorous August afternoon. That brilliant light and those impossible Mediterranean blues. The touch of sun on hot skin. And everywhere, the sounds of laughter and lighthearted conversation. Captured by photographer Lucy Laucht, these lyrical scenes of Naples, Ischia, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Puglia, Sicily, and the Aeolian and Egadi Islands are an ode to the Italian way of summer and that distinctly Italian art of sweet idleness.
 
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  6. ISBN-10
    1648291902
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    978-1648291906
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Nobody captures the Italian sunlight the way Lucy does—her images are transporting. There's a soulfulness and a depth in her work that really gets at the essence of this beautiful country.―Yolanda Edwards, founder and editor of Yolo Journal

"Lucy has a great eye for finding style where it naturally exists. Il Dolce Far Niente is a celebration of the inherent beauty of coastal Italy and its people - and of the Italian way of enjoying summer. This is not a book of pretentious exclusive hotels and restaurants; rather, it is a complete view of the seaside at its best - including young and old, rich and poor, locals and visitors. Having traveled to the Amalfi Coast in my twenties and visited Puglia just last summer, I’m reminded that there is so much more to see. I must go back. Soon!"―Amanda Brooks, Founder of Cutter Brooks Shop and Author

Ah, Italy in summer—a flirtation between sunbeams and cobblestones, where every gelato cone tells a tale. Lucy Laucht perfectly captures the timeless appeal of a season that dances between lemon groves and secret beaches, laughter and amore.―Marie-Louise Sciò, CEO & creative director of the Pellicano Hotels group

About the Author

Lucy Laucht is a photographer devoted to working with natural light. Imbued with a strong sense of story, Lucy’s trans­portive photographs capture the essence of the destinations she visits. Each scene sheds light on the soul of a place and the people who call it home. Lucy lives in Cornwall, England.

 

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Artisan (June 18, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 268 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1648291902
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1648291906
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.94 x 11.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 78 ratings

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  • sherilyn namie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great coffee table book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025
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    Great book! I bought bc I love the saying and what it means.
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  • Roselina DiGirolamo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025
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    Such a good coffee table book and nice to look through.
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  • CWB
    4.0 out of 5 stars Quality, well put together coffee table book
    Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024
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    Three of the things on my long list of favorite things are travel, photography and beaches. So naturally this book caught my attention. The author has divided the book into 7 regions in Italy. It is mostly photographs but she talks about each region with information mostly about the beaches but also touching on food or other items of interest. It is not at all meant to be a travel guide, put more of a general interest coffee table book. The photography in the book ranges from some very beautiful scenery to some colorful artistic shots but I would say the majority would be human interest “snapshots”. I think it definitely provides a realistic view of what it is like to be there. I have found it very interesting to peruse and maybe get a feeling of what it might like to visit the beaches in these regions.

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    5.0 out of 5 stars Get it!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2025
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    Beautiful book
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  • Brian Stiltner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Inspires you to take it easy and live the sweet life of doing nothing
    Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2025
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    This is a beautiful coffee-table-style book. But happily, it's not as heavy or oversized as a coffee table book. The retro pictures are gorgeous. The book is both a nice reminder to me of my past trips to Italy, and it makes me eager to visit again!
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    Disappointed. I bought my first copy of this beautiful book a month ago and it was perfect. I loved it so much that I ordered two more as gifts for family members. They both came completely damaged. Water stains and tearing of the cover. These are beautiful books and should have been packaged better
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    Disappointed. I bought my first copy of this beautiful book a month ago and it was perfect. I loved it so much that I ordered two more as gifts for family members. They both came completely damaged. Water stains and tearing of the cover. These are beautiful books and should have been packaged better
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  • Captain Kilmer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Takes me right back to Italy again
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025
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    After a couple of trips to the southern coast of Italy, I have often found myself daydreaming and wondering, What makes that place so memorable? This author and photographer, more than anyone, has captured the things I loved most about the region. I keep this book handy and when life seems to close in a little, I can sit in my reading chair and be transported right back to Italy again. It's an inspiration to continue to strive to find the Sweetness of Doing Nothing in everyday life. Thank you for this project!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Poignant and Beautiful
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2024
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    A coffee table book that will actually be read.
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  • RiVa12
    5.0 out of 5 stars Empfehlenswert!
    Reviewed in Germany on November 28, 2024
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    Kann mich der Vorrezension nicht anschließen. Ich finde das Buch sehr besonders und unglaublich ästhetisch. Die gesamte Aufmachung überzeugt. Die (analog geschossenen) Fotos werden ergänzt von interessanten Texten über die jeweiligen Regionen. Wunderbar vermitteln die den Charme von Sommer und Urlaub in Italien. Kann es nur empfehlen. Für Foto- als auch Italienfans.
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  • The guy from Dakara Dirt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lucy laucht. Need I say more?
    Reviewed in Australia on February 26, 2025
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    Paper choice a bit too matte for my taste. Satin finish would have brought out the images and post production a little more, well curated and nice story telling von die Frau. An interesting mix of digital and analog photography. Bought 2 so it must have been good. 5 out of 5 potatoes
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  • Antonio
    1.0 out of 5 stars Long waiting and arrived damaged
    Reviewed in Italy on July 22, 2024
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    Con piu di un mese di ritardo il libro è arrivato danneggiato. Very disappointed
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    Long waiting and arrived damaged

    Reviewed in Italy on July 22, 2024
    Con piu di un mese di ritardo il libro è arrivato danneggiato. Very disappointed
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  • Jeanne Bishop
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book bought as a present.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 22, 2024
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    It arrived on the date stated in good condition. My son in law was delighted with it.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Coffee Table Book
    Reviewed in Australia on October 30, 2024
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    Amazing book. Perfect for coffee table. Beautifully written and presented with captivating photography. Makes me want to go back to Italy!
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