Edison bookstore in Lucca is situated in a former bank and retains the strong and secure feeling…read morethat one gets from a magnificent old building. The selection of books in Italian is very good, though there is limited access to books in other languages. The staff is friendly and helpful, especially if there is a book or a subject matter that you are seeking. The café is wonderful; the couple who runs the restaurant is friendly and many of the foods are prepared by them. The food is reasonably priced and the seating provides a comfortable atmosphere to review books, magazines, and for just talking.