All Things Italy . . . and a little bit more
Etta Madden's reflections from research on life in Italy, past and present, and sometimes other expat or travel experiences. In 2026-27, she's writing from Turkey.
“Etta has been a great help and encouargement to me ever since we both became fascinated by Nelly Erichsen, and met in Bagni di Lucca. Always interesting!”...”
Sarah Harkness, Advocating for the Ignorant
“I adore the mix of lived experience in Italy with historical stories of the lives of others who couldn't resist this place. Read on! ”...”
Alecia Stevens, A Renaissance Life
“fascinating, especially interesting for women historians living in (and writing about ) historic travel,
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Mary Jane Cryan, The Painted Palazzo