The Road to San Donato

In The Road to San Donato, Rob Cocuzzo and his 64-year-old father, Stephen, embark on an evocative 425-mile bike journey from Florence to the ancient village of San Donato Val di Comino, tracing their Italian heritage in honor of Rob's ailing grandfather. With minimal gear, they navigate various challenges—lost routes, expired passports, and near misses—while uncovering family history intertwined with the village’s past as a refuge for Italian Jews during the 1940s. This memoir blends adventure, nostalgia, and the exploration of family legacy, capturing a journey many Americans can relate to.