A nicely illustrated, informative buyer's guide to local shops and studios in Italy, covering a wide range of handcrafted products from Murano glass to ceramics, jewelry and leather goods. Morelli, who recently returned to Connecticut after a three-year stint near Milan, provides a detailed survey of 800 recommended shops and 75 color illustrations.  (ITL473, $24.95)

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