Four Seasons in Rome, by Anthony Doerr
"Four Seasons in Rome" takes readers on a journey through the enchanting streets of the Eternal City, as author Anthony Doerr grapples with the challenges of parenthood, writer's block, and the weight of history and art that permeates every street.
From the very beginning, Doerr's prose transports the reader to the sights, sounds, and smells of the Italian capital, making it feel like you're walking alongside him on his Roman adventures. Then, wow, you can almost hear his sons crying, the tribulations and joys—big and small—of parenting in a new city.
Doerr's love and admiration for Rome are evident throughout the memoir. His candid account of adjusting to the Italian way of life, the language barriers, and the sense of being an outsider adds depth to the narrative, making it an authentic and relatable journey.
STAFF PICK
“I read this while on paternity leave for my second daughter and Doerr had me right there with him all the way. Having been to Rome several times too, his account of the Eternal City was familiar and yet so fresh thanks to his eye for detail and—I mean, he wrote All the Light We Cannot See. You get it. LOVE this book.”
~ Marc