Olive in Italy

Published in 1909, 'Olive in Italy' by Moray Dalton follows Olive Agar, a young British woman who travels to Siena, Italy, after her mother's death. Seeking adventure and self-discovery, Olive grapples with her family's expectations and her own aspirations while navigating new relationships and cultural experiences. The novel highlights themes of personal growth and the complexities of familial ties against the backdrop of early 20th-century Italy.