Iris Origo

Iris Origo was a British author and intellectual, born in 1902 and known for her works on Italian history and culture. She lived in Italy, where she became deeply engaged with its landscape and people. Origo is best known for her books such as "The Last Attachment," a semi-autobiographical novel, and "War in the Val d'Orcia," which details her experiences living in Tuscany during World War II. Through her writing, she explored themes of love, beauty, and the impact of war on everyday life, making her a significant figure in 20th-century literature and history. She passed away in 1988.