469 A Room with a View by E.M. Forster (with Gina Buonaguro)
Since its publication in 1908, E.M. Forster's classic novel A Room with a View, which tells the story of a young Englishwoman who finds a romantic adventure during a trip to Florence, has inspired countless travelers to expand their minds and warm their hearts with a tour through Italy. In this episode, Jacke talks to historical and romance novelist Gina Buonaguro about her love for Forster's work, her own use of Italy as a setting, and her most recent novel The Virgins of Venice. Additional listening suggestions: 43 Seeing Evil (with Professor Rebecca Messbarger) 131 Dante in Love (with Professor Ellen Nerenberg and Anthony Valerio) The Distance of the Moon by Italo Calvino Help support the show at patreon.com/literature. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at historyofliterature.com or www.thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices