Throughout the centuries, the island of Sicily has inspired many writers, both native and foreign. This volume presents excerpts from a wide variety of such writings (in English). Included are selections from Goethe's Letters from Italy, Homer's Odyssey, and novelist Melissa P's One Hundred Strokes of the Brush Before Bed. Each is preceded by an editorial introduction by novelist and travel writer Clare. Distributed in the U.S. by Dufour. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)