When I Followed the Olives... The Roots That Led Me to My Ancestral Home - Gaeta, Italy: A heartfelt memoir of family reconnection, heritage rediscovery, and the beauty of Italian culture

Author:   Raymond A Vaudo
Publisher:   Independently Published
ISBN:  

9798298235037


Pages:   286
Publication Date:   22 August 2025
Format:   Paperback
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When I Followed the Olives... The Roots That Led Me to My Ancestral Home - Gaeta, Italy: A heartfelt memoir of family reconnection, heritage rediscovery, and the beauty of Italian culture


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When I Followed the Olives... The Roots That Led Me to My Ancestral Home - Gaeta, Italy is a heartfelt Italian heritage travel memoir about one man's journey to reconnect with his family roots and rediscover the traditions that shaped his identity. Raymond Vaudo's search begins with curiosity but quickly becomes a profound voyage of discovery and belonging. Traveling to Gaeta-a small coastal town between Rome and Naples-he steps into the rhythms of everyday Italian life. Morning walks through ancient stone streets, coffee and sweets from pastry shops, and conversations with newly found relatives bring him closer to a past he's only heard about in stories. In this immersive memoir about rediscovering family traditions, Vaudo captures the warmth, history, and flavors of life in a small Italian coastal town. Readers will savor his reflections on heritage and genealogy, his encounters with Gaeta's rich history, and his appreciation for Italian culture and cuisine. Whether you're: Searching for your own family roots and genealogy stories Dreaming of returning to your ancestral home Fascinated by Gaeta, Italy travel and history Longing for an evocative journey through Italian culture and cuisine ...this beautifully written memoir offers a vivid reminder that sometimes the path forward begins by looking back. When I Followed the Olives... is more than a travel story-it's a celebration of identity, memory, and the enduring bonds of family across oceans and generations. It's also an invitation to explore your own roots, to embrace the stories that made you, and to see how the past can illuminate the present and future.

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Author:   Raymond A Vaudo
Publisher:   Independently Published
Imprint:   Independently Published
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.386kg
ISBN:  

9798298235037


Pages:   286
Publication Date:   22 August 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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