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Ciao, Laura, Thanks for all of the good books and articles on Italy. The subjects and your descriptions are spot on. I, too, taught art (and architectural) history and have taken college students...

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In reply to Jean. Thank you, Jean, but it's not mine! :)

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I found a book,” Prentice Hall Book Review” United States History and Government 2013 It has written on the pages “Laura Morelli.” Does this book belong to you? I bought it at a used book...

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Hi Laura, I am enjoying your book The Giant. I hope to read all your books. Buona Pasqua!

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Dear Laura, I recently got to see in person the church doors my great great grandfather made for the church in Besano Italy in 1885. He was a blacksmith and they are metal. But I have not been ab...

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In reply to Phil Arnold. Thank you, Phil! :)

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The story of your personal journey is most interesting. I hope to see you on the zoom meeting and maybe will have read one of your books by then. All the best Phil

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In reply to Hal Campbell. Thank you so much for reading! I am sincerely grateful. --Laura

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Night Portrait held my interest throughout. My wife and I were lucky enough to see Leonardo's Lady with an Ermine in Krakow in June of this year, 2022. The museum itself was understated and Cecil...

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Hi Laura, Just finished reading “The Night Portrait”. Thank you! It was meaningful, magical and mesmerizing. Best Amy Bradford SLC, Utah

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In reply to Chris Maksimak. So glad you enjoyed it, Chris! Thank you!! :)

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Hello Laura, just finished attending your Zoom program with Natasha Lester. What a wonderful program you ladies presented. I can not wait to purchase The Night Portrait! Sounds fascinating. Thank...

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Hi, Laura. I am a music historian (PhD at NYU) with a dissertation devoted to the great madrigalist Luca Marenzio (ca 1553--1599). I spent a year in Italy doing archival research, mostly in Moden...

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In reply to John Boyd. Hi John, Not that I'm aware of, but you never know! :)

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John Coleraine Northern Ireland. Are you any connection to the Morelli's in Portstewart, Northern Ireland. Family is originally from Italy and still have family in Italy.

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In reply to Rita D. Hi Rita! Thank you so much for reading my books. You can find THE GIANT on my web site (click SHOP in the upper righ...

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Just finished The Night Portrait and loved it! Thank you for a wonderful story and rekindling my love of art history! Trying to locate a copy of The Giant in kindle or print form and several of m...

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In reply to Nancy Russo. Thank you, Nancy! :)

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Thank you for the Free short story. My sister in law’s maiden name is Morelli..I will send her your info...and I will let my friends know of you..and they should read your books. I have visited...

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In reply to Judy. Hi Judy, Thank you for asking! Jenny Bent, my literary agent, suggested The Night Portrait as a title that would make ...

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In reply to Don C. Benjamin. Hi Don, Thank you so much! I'm so thrilled you enjoyed THE NIGHT PORTRAIT. I too am a big fan of Eco's work...

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correct spelling: Foucault’s Pendulum. (2007). UGH!

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Am just finishing Night Portrait. As a fellow academic, I am fascinated by what we find to do with all those left-over pieces of information we have in our heads after doing what we do as teacher...

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I would like to know why you titled your book The Night Portrait. To what does “night”refer? Darkness of WW2? I absolutely loved this book and have recommended it to several people.

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In reply to Karen Veit. Hi Karen, check out https://lauramorelli.com/NightPortrait. Enjoy!

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In reply to Elizabeth Dillman. Thank you so much, Liz! I’m thrilled you've enjoyed my work.

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In reply to John Affisco. Thank you so much, John! I’m thrilled you enjoyed these stories.

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Hello Laura, I finished reading "The Night Portrait" a few days ago. I Loved the book and appreciated learning about the Monuments men and especially enjoyed your characterizations of Leonardo an...

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My wife and I were turned on to your work by Tuscany Tours, the company we travel to Italy with. We first read The Giant. We really appreciated it given that we have been to the Uffici on two tri...

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In reply to Gail M. Murray. Thank you so much, Gail! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the story.

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Just completed The Painter's Apprentice. You have certainly succeeded in your goal "to educate, entertain and inspire." I loved the depth in Maria's character and was so upset to think she'd be b...

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In reply to Zoe Disigny. Thank you so much, Zoe! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the presentation. Good luck with your writing! --Laura

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Hi Laura, I watched your Zoom presentation yesterday for Adventures by the Book and loved hearing about your new novel The Night Portrait (coming in the mail to me soon). I’m intrigued by your ...

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Hello, Ms. Morelli, I have just started The Night Portrait and am definitely hooked on reading it. However, I was surprised that Dominic in his eponymous chapter is from Greensburg, PA, the small...

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I just saw a Facebook post on my phone about buying your book at Target and then being able to watch a lecture by you. I want to do that so I went to my laptop to buy the book but can't find the ...

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In reply to Betty Francis. Hi Betty! I hope you get back to Italy soon! Would love to hear more about your mosaic classes in Ravenna! --...

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I have been to Venice four times, on my own, wide eyed, just walking. I’d planned two weeks in Venice this October but cancelled due to virus. Now, I’m studying so when I return this time, I ...

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In reply to maryse. Hi Maryse, thank you so much! THE GIANT releases May 31 around the world and you can find more information here: htt...

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Hello Laura. When will The Giant be released in Europe? I just read The Gonolda Maker and The Painter's Apprentice. Can't wait to read your next book. Please stay safe. Looking forward to your re...

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Finally something interesting in internet! I just bought a property in Tuscany (Zancona), I will love to have more information about the history of my place.

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Laura, I also have a passion for Art History, Europe, and reading. I just learned about you and your books today....on Face Book! I am so excited to start reading your books. Unfortunately I cann...

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In reply to Dennis Morelli. Hi Dennis, we also have family from Abruzzo! --Laura

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In reply to Laura Morelli. I am also Dennis Morelli. My grandparents Dominic Morelli and Angela Cassini were from Abruzzo. They came to ...

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In reply to Dennis F Morelli. Hi Dennis! Maybe we are related. Who knows? My understanding is that Morelli is a pretty common name in ma...

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Hi Laura my name is Dennis Morelli and I am researching my family history in Italy. My family is from Calabria. Where is your family from in Italy?

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In reply to Juliet Calabrese. Hi Juliet, wow, that's a really hard question--LOL! I think what I love best is that Italy is a delight fo...

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In reply to Linda Morelli. Thank you so much, Linda. Nice to meet you! :) Laura

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What is your favorite thing about Italy?

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Hello, I am Linda Morelli; my husband Joseph Morelli. I am so pleased to have come across your website. My husband and I are looking forward to our trip in Italy. I am thoroughly enjoying your bl...

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In reply to Andrew C. Christie. Hi Andrew, As far as I know, it's a particular kind of lacquer that historically was a closely guarded s...

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Laura,( Question): Like to know if the 6 coats of Paint used to paint the Gondolas Is a Marine enamel or a Black Lacquer and if it's sprayed or brushed and or sanded between coats ? Thank you, An...

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In reply to Lee. Hi Lee, sorry to hear you're having trouble! Your email keeps bouncing when we try to email you directly or via our mail...

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How do I obtain me copy of Artisans in Paris? Lost in underworld somewhere.

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In reply to Yvonne. Hello, Yvonne! Thank you for taking the time to write! What an interesting story. Feel free to email me directly at la...

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Good morning from Down Under. I recently read an interesting article about Romano Vio, a Venetian artist, who sculpted the replacement statue of George Washington, when the original (by Canova) w...

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you a fan of author Laura Morelli? She has a long history of writing for National Geographic Traveler and has written a guidebook

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In reply to Toby Cone. Thank you very much, Toby! I'm glad you enjoyed The Gondola Maker! I have a series of travel guides to authentic ar...

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In reply to Laura Morelli. Dear Laura Thank you for replying and explaing about the Ca'Rezzonico gondola! I would like to see the gondola ...

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Hie Laura . I see you showed interest on Lupane Women's Centre,where there is a group of 400 rural weavers with a majority being women. I need assistance in promoting their work.

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In reply to Toby Cone. Hi Toby! Many thanks for your comment and for taking the time to read The Gondola Maker! You are absolutely correct...

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Hi Laura I am reading The Gondola Maker, thanks to Kathy McCabe. Love it! You mention there is no surviving gondola prior to 1850's, & I was wondering if the gondola exhibited in Ca' Rezzonico is...

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I always wanted to study art history. I think it's such a nice way to learn about the world.

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Larry, sounds like a fun project! When do you plan to be in Venice? --Laura

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Hi Laura, I'm visiting to tape 13 cooking show segments, would you like to join us there?

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In reply to Larry Gerber. Hi Larry, I do not personally guide tours but can give you a few leads if you email me at laura @ lauramorelli.c...

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Will be visiting soon and need a guide, can you assist?

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