Book Synopsis
Nicole A. Selvaggio is a dual Italian-American citizen. In Poetry in the Piazza, Selvaggio captures real-life experiences in her travels throughout Italy. All of the original photos are taken by the writer on her mobile device, creating a unique perspective of even the oldest Italian landmarks and statues. Each meticulously-articulated poem features a photo that serves as the inspiration for the writing. Standard conventional poetry “rules” are broken as the writer creates her own distinctive style that bridges the gap among photography and the written words that illustrate it. From whimsical pieces like “An Ode to Gelato” to the sobering writing in “Basta!”, Selvaggio creates an all-encompassing authentic Italian experience like no other.