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David Downie is a native San Franciscan who moved to Paris in the mid-1980s. He divides his time between France and Italy. A longtime journalist, his travel, food and arts features have appeared in over 50 print magazines and newspapers worldwide and on dozens of websites.

David is the award-winning author of six novels and over a dozen acclaimed nonfiction books translated into a variety of foreign languages, including French, Italian, Chinese and Korean. His essays have been published in over a dozen anthologies. Downie graduated from UC Berkeley and Brown University. He is married to photographer Alison Harris. His latest book is Shadows of Rome: A Memoir.

Praise for other books by David Downie
"Zesty and entertaining."—Kirkus
"Delightful and thoroughly researched."—Publishers Weekly
"Beautifully written and refreshingly original."—The SF Chronicle
"Delightful and insightful."—The Seattle Post-Intelligencer and Chicago Tribune
"Unequaled poignancy and passion."—National Geographic Traveler
“Expertly captures the powerlessness and courage of those in peril."—Booklist
"Compelling... a rapturous, history-rich love poem."—The Toronto Star
"Fabulous company!"—NPR

Shadows of Rome

https://www.amazon.com/Shadows-Rome-Memoir-Italy-California/dp/B0DWK5FF27/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 


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