{"product_id":"9781964786209","title":"Dispatches from the Piazza","description":"Author: Danielle Pergament\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781964786209\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Hardie Grant North America\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 31 Mar 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 144\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWelcome to the Mediterranean—a world where stilettos are the footwear of choice, athleisure doesn’t exist, aperitivo hour is every hour, and carbohydrates have never been off limits. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy do we dream of wine tasting in Umbria or sunset yachts on the Côte d'Azur? Because we all want to escape somewhere truly fabulous — where everyone looks fantastic, and just gets sexier with age. That place is called the Mediterranean. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor Danielle Pergament transports readers to this sun-drenched world where pleasure is a priority, pairing comedic essays on the Mediterranean lifestyle with tutorials for eyeliner like Penelope Cruz, scarf styling like Grace Kelly, and navigating cobblestones in stilettos—all accompanied by fun, colorful illustrations.  With this book by your side, la dolce vita is yours for the taking.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWitty and transporting:\u003c\/b\u003e Comedic essays and sharp observations capture the irresistible allure of Mediterranean life \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle tutorials included: \u003c\/b\u003eIconic looks from Penelope Cruz eyeliner to Grace Kelly scarf styling made achievable \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeautifully illustrated:\u003c\/b\u003e Playful artwork from celebrated New Yorker illustrator Mokshini on every page \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for travelers of all sorts:\u003c\/b\u003e An escapist read for anyone who loves European culture and dreams of a Mediterranean holiday, or is packing their bags and heading there soon \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46795812765854,"sku":"TLD-9781964786209","price":34.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781964786209.jpg?v=1778028008","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781964786209","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}