Sanctuary is an ancient right. But what does it mean today? Drawing on a lifetime of engagement with literature, myth, history and tradition from different cultures, Marina Warner’s Sanctuary is an ambitious attempt to grapple with the sharpest questions that we are facing in today’s world of global turmoil.
Relive the last day in Pompeii in this immersive story, based on the city’s real residents
Gennaro Contaldo, with his unmatched passion for authentic Italian flavours, guides you through a treasure trove of lost recipes that were on the verge of fading into history. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the sun-soaked coasts of Sicily, each page pays homage to the wisdom and love that Nonnas have long infused into their creations.
An Aspects of History Best Book of the Year; An Engelsberg Ideas Best Book of the Year
‘A rigorous, myth-busting look at the city’s chaotic recovery in the wake of war and fascism’ Financial Times
SHORTLISTED FOR THE RSL ENCORE AWARD 2025
‘Compelling and fine and rich, I devoured it’ TESSA HADLEY
‘Powerfully compelling’ GUARDIAN
‘Unbelievably good’ ELIZABETH DAY
‘Complex and nuanced… the perfect definition of summer reading’ LUCY CALDWELL
‘Subtle, complex, ambitious’THE TIMES
A Guardian Book of the Year 2024
‘Soak up the glamour’ PRIMA
‘Sue Moorcroft delivers great stories time after time.’ – MILLY JOHNSON
‘I love all of Sue Moorcroft’s books!’ – KATIE FFORDE
A vibrant celebration of the vegetables and fruits of Italy in all their seasonal glory.
‘At the end of chapters, I was either “Wow” or “Oh my God!”’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Robson does it again. The end will leave you flabbergasted!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The intense suspense had me finishing this novel in a day!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A birthday to remember. But would they rather forget…?
Ask a foodie about the Amalfi Coast and lemons immediately spring to mind. The sweet, aromatic, large and thick-skinned Sfusato Amalfitano is the extraordinary and delectable citrus fruit which Gennaro Contaldo grew up with.
It’s time to embrace the Italian way of life…
