Comments on: BOOK REVIEW: The City of Falling Angels by John Berendt

By: Janelle Martin

Janelle Martin — Mon, 09 Oct 2006 20:36:00 +0000

Thanks Heather! I’d recommend it, Berendt books are always entertaining and enjoyable to read.

By: Orange Blossom Goddess (aka Heather)

Orange Blossom Goddess (aka Heather) — Mon, 09 Oct 2006 17:40:00 +0000

I really enjoyed your review. I think this one will be added to the mountain!

By: Janelle Martin

Janelle Martin — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 19:30:00 +0000

I have to agree with your comment – this really is an American-ised view of Venice. Really, it’s John Berendt’s view of the situation and most of the key players in the dramas he describes (other than the builders) are American.

It has made me really want to visit Venice and I am so jealous of your impending trip there! I’m looking forward to hearing about it on your blog.

By: kimbofo

kimbofo — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 19:27:00 +0000

Hooray!! I can comment here now -- had problems earlier.

I read this book earlier this year -- and found a lot to like, but also a lot to quibble about.

Without wishing to sound snobbish, I do think this is the kind of book that panders to Americans, because it presents a very American-ised view of Venice.

I did, however, love the chapter about Ezra Pound. When I went to Venice in 2001 I visited the cemetary isle, San Michele, and tracked down his grave.

I'm going back to Venice at the end of the month. Cannot wait!