Summer Days at Vallombrosa is a book written by Virginia Wales Johnson and published in 1911. It is a memoir of her summer spent in the beautiful Tuscan countryside of Italy, specifically at the Vallombrosa Abbey. The book is a collection of her experiences, thoughts, and observations during her stay at the abbey. She writes about the stunning landscapes, the local people and their way of life, and the religious practices of the monks who live at the abbey. Johnson also shares her personal reflections on life, love, and faith, as well as her encounters with some of the most famous literary figures of the time, such as Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The book is written in a poetic and descriptive style, with vivid imagery and rich language that transports the reader to the idyllic setting of Vallombrosa. Overall, Summer Days at Vallombrosa is a charming and insightful memoir that offers a glimpse into a bygone era and a unique way of life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian culture, history, and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.