Passion on the Vine by Sergio Exposito is a book about food, wine and family in Italy. It is a easy read, enjoyable journey and good for a summer afternoon/evening. DO NOT read the book if you are hungry !! ISBN 978-0-7679-2607-2
Sergio along with Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich own and manage the Italian Wine Merchant in New York. One of the best Italian wine sources in the us.
http://www.italianwinemerchant.com Their cellar listings are long and interesting. Worth a visit.