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La cucina follows a group of middle‑aged women who form a tight, chaotic family in a small village in Sicily. The narrative blends humor and everyday realism as the women navigate music, meals, and the peculiar customs of their community. Through lighthearted scenes, the book celebrates the joys—and challenges—of cooking, domestic life, and sisterly bonds amid the richly textured backdrop of rural Italy.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Lily Prior
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