The Secrets Of Italy

Author : Corrado Augias
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9780847842759

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The Secrets of Italy by Corrado Augias Pdf

One of Italy's best-known writers takes a Grand Tour through her cities, history, and literature in search of the true character of this contradictory nation. There is Michelangelo, but also the mafia. Pavarotti, but also Berlusconi. The debonair Milanese, but also the infamous captain of the Costa Concordia cruise ship. This is Italy, admired and reviled, a country that has guarded her secrets and confounded outsiders. Now, when this "Italian paradox" is more evident than ever, cultural authority Corrado Augias poses the puzzling questions: how did it get this way? How can this peninsula be simultaneously the home of geniuses and criminals, the cradle of beauty and the butt of jokes? An instant #1 bestseller in Italy, Augias's latest sets out to rediscover the story-different from the history-of this country. Beginning with how Italy is seen from the outside and from the inside, he weaves a geo-historical narrative, passing through principal cities and rereading the classics and the biographies of the people that have, for better or worse, made Italians who they are. From the gloomy atmosphere of Cagliostro's Palermo to the elegant court of Maria Luigia in Parma, from the ghetto of Venice to the heroic Neapolitan uprising against the Nazis, Augias sheds light on the Italian character, explaining it to outsiders and to Italians themselves. The result is a "novel of a nation," whose protagonists are both the figures we know from history and literature and characters long hidden between the cracks of historical narrative and memory.

Author : Gordon Kerr
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Italy
ISBN : 1435155491

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Author : Corrado Augias
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780847842773

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The Secrets of Rome by Corrado Augias Pdf

From Italy's popular author Corrado Augias comes the most intriguing exploration of Rome ever to be published. In the mold of his earlier histories of Paris, New York, and London, Augias moves perceptively through twenty-seven centuries of Roman life, shedding new light on a cast of famous, and infamous, historical figures and uncovering secrets and conspiracies that have shaped the city without our ever knowing it. From Rome's origins as Romulus's stomping ground to the dark atmosphere of the Middle Ages; from Caesar's unscrupulousness to Caravaggio's lurid genius; from the notorious Lucrezia Borgia to the seductive Anna Fallarino, the marchioness at the center of one of Rome's most heinous crimes of the post-war period, Augias creates a sweeping account of the passions that have shaped this complex city: at once both a metropolis and a village, where all human sentiment-bravery and cowardice, industriousness and sloth, enterprise and laxity-find their interpreters and stage. If the history of humankind is all passion and uproar, then, as the author notes, "for centuries Rome has been the mirror of this history, reflecting with excruciating accuracy every detail, even those that might cause you to avert your gaze."

Author : Robert Viscusi
Publisher : State University of New York Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-02-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780791482421

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Buried Caesars, and Other Secrets of Italian American Writing by Robert Viscusi Pdf

Winner of the 2006 Pietro Di Donato and John Fante Literary Award from The Grand Lodge of the Sons of Italy, New York State Robert Viscusi takes a comprehensive look at Italian American writing by exploring the connections between language and culture in Italian American experience and major literary texts. Italian immigrants, Viscusi argues, considered even their English to be a dialect of Italian, and therefore attempted to create an American English fully reflective of their historical, social, and cultural positions. This approach allows us to see Italian American purposes as profoundly situated in relation not only to American language and culture but also to Italian nationalist narratives in literary history as well as linguistic practice. Viscusi also situates Italian American writing within the "eccentric design" of American literature, and uses a multidisciplinary approach to read not only novels and poems, but also houses, maps, processions, videos, and other artifacts as texts.

Author : Gordon Kerr
Publisher : Flame Tree
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Historic sites
ISBN : 1847869564

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The Secrets of Italy by Gordon Kerr Pdf

Italy is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. From the breathtaking countryside of Tuscany and the majestic monuments of Rome to the ancient beauty of Venice's floating buildings, the stunning appeal of Italy tempts the hearts of even the most entrenched armchair traveller. This beautiful new book, part of Flame Tree's immensely successful "Secrets" series, covers all of the major cities and regions, but also reveals the gorgeous alleys and churches, the little farmhouses, the tiny shops and picturesque villages that create the impression of ageless grace. The glorious panoramic photography is accompanied by evocative text.

Author : Paolo Parlamenti
Publisher : Youcanprint
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2019-06-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9788831618342

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The secrets of Italian secret services by Paolo Parlamenti Pdf

The interview offers the author the opportunity to recall the facts experienced in the Italian secret services at the time of the establishment of the Second Republic.. He reveals his feelings and reminds the reader of the ambiguous figures and events of that sad and melancholy period. Friendship for Prefect Demetrio Missineo and brotherhood for school friend Maurizio. The important figure of Domenico Salazar. University students: their simplicity, freshness and sincerity. His mother and father, called “the rock”, helm of the family. The ineffable characters of Maurizio Broccoletti and the architect Adolfo Salabè. The waste of a lot of public money. Giulio Regeni and the immense pain of a mother deprived prematurely of the affection of her own son massacred by an Egyptian hand. Bruno Contrada and the reason of state that prevails over everything. Love for colors, regattas and scuba diving. the illness of lawyer Leila Benhar, the death of Maria Luisa Isolani, Young people are entrusted with the task of taking the present in hand to prepare a better future. The author must consistently similar that his own generation has failed in this.

Author : Melissa Gorga
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-17
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781466837980

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Love Italian Style by Melissa Gorga Pdf

Real Housewives of New Jersey star Melissa Gorga shows you how to love your man and keep him happy, satisfied, faithful, and devoted to you. What you see is what you get with Melissa Gorga. On Real Housewives of New Jersey, she's that beautiful, ambitious woman with a successful career who puts her family first. In fact, her stable yet sexy marriage to lovable Joe is a welcome antidote to the constant fighting and backbiting on the show. Despite the pressure of life in the spotlight, she makes marriage look easy. How does she do it? Melissa's overriding principle: Treat your husband like a king! And in return, you'll be treated like a queen! In Love Italian Style, Melissa shares her (and his) secrets to relationship success—generations-tested old-fashioned values served up with a modern, sexy twist. To her, the four tenets to a happy marriage are respect, honesty, loyalty, and passion (underscore passion). By sharing her and Joe's life together—from the story of their first date to how they still keep it hot in the bedroom a decade later—Melissa admits that, yes, marriage has been a lot of work, but the rewards are ten-fold. With her time-tested strategies, you can "Gorganize" your own relationship, strengthen your bond, and amp up the passion for lifelong bliss. Some of Melissa's how-to's: · Dress to impress your man. · Flirt with your hubby. · Cook Italian style. · Fight right. · Keep the romance alive and the home fires burning. · Raise little princes and princesses. This playful guidebook promises to make any marriage better—the Gorga way!

Author : T.A. Williams
Publisher : Canelo
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-07-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781800320840

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Secrets on the Italian Island by T.A. Williams Pdf

Her work has got in the way of relationships before – but never like this Anna’s job as a geologist takes her all over the world, including to the beautiful island of Elba, where she’s sent to look for precious metals. And the island isn’t the only thing that’s gorgeous – she can’t believe her luck when she meets windsurfer Marco and sparks fly. But Anna must keep her role on Elba a secret to avoid upsetting the locals, which means lying to Marco even as they grow closer. When her old friend Toby visits, Anna suddenly finds herself torn between the attentions of the two men. However, Anna’s not the only one keeping secrets. Is Marco being entirely honest with her? And why did Toby really come to visit? A fun and escapist romance, perfect for fans of Lucy Coleman and Alex Brown.

Author : Gordon Kerr
Publisher : Flame Tree Illustrated
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-08-14
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0857753983

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Best-Kept Secrets of Italy by Gordon Kerr Pdf

Each year a flood of visitors come to this decadant, elegant country, to enjoy the pleasures of ‘la dolce vita’. Italy has drawn travellers in search of culture and romance for many centuries. From the northern snow-capped peaks of the Alps and the idyllic hilltop villages of the renowned central Tuscany and Umbria area, to the rugged southern shores of Sicily, lies a plethora of distinctive regions and people. From the sophisticated, vibrant cities to the simple elegance of the countryside, Italy’s culture abounds. With Rome at its heart, as a united country, Italy is only a 150 years old which means that each region still has a strong cultural identity, resulting in a country of many different faces to delight returning visitors. An exuberance for life and its simple pleasures endears Italy to its visitors — an appreciation of family, food, history and beauty are the core values at the heart of this popular country. This gorgeous new book in the successful Secrets series is divided into regions: Northern, Central, Southern, Rome, The Islands. It’s a perfect read for the armchair traveller and everyone interested in the history and the mystique of the great countries of the world.

Author : Mimi Thorisson
Publisher : Appetite by Random House
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-15
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780525610410

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Old World Italian by Mimi Thorisson Pdf

Mimi explores the beautiful coasts and countrysides of Italy in this lavishly photographed cookbook featuring simple, authentic recipes inspired by the country's devoted producers and rich food heritage. Through her gorgeous cookbooks A Kitchen in France and French Country Cooking, a generation of readers fell in love with Mimi Thorisson, her lively family, and their band of smooth fox terriers. In their newest cookbook, the Thorissons put a pause on their lives in the idyllic French countryside to start a new adventure in Italy and satisfy their endless curiosity and passion for the magic of Italian cooking. Old World Italian captures their journey and the culinary treasures they discovered. From Tuscany to Umbria to Naples and more, Mimi dives into Italy's diverse regional cuisines and shares 100 recipes for authentic, classic dishes, enriched by conversations with devoted local food experts who share their time-worn techniques and stories. You'll luxuriously indulge in dishes culled from across the country, such as plump agnolotti bathed in sage and butter from the north, the tomato-rich ragus and pastas of the southwest, and the multi-faceted, seafood-laden cuisine of Sicily. The mysteries of Italian food culture will unravel as you learn to execute a perfect Neapolitan-style pizza at home or make the most sublime, yet elemental cacio e pepe. Full of local color, history, and culture, plus evocative, sumptuous photography shot by husband Oddur Thorisson, Old World Italian transports you to a seat at the family's table in Italy, where you may never want to leave.

Author : Father Giuseppe Orsini
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-19
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781466857179

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Italian Baking Secrets by Father Giuseppe Orsini Pdf

Italian Baking Secrets is Father Orsini's sixth cookbook, and once again the reader gets not only wonderful recipes from the great tasting cuisine of Italy, but the "retired" priest's entertaining comments. Father Orsini knows how to make good food great, and his directions come with the bonus of his wide knowledge. The book begins with what to most of us is an amazing story: how the use of grain developed as long ago as---or possibly even prior to---the Neolithic period. Orsini tells us about the grains that were raised---and eaten---more than eight thousand years ago. Through charming and fascinating anecdotes, he lets us see the way bread has evolved, from flat loaves baked on hot stones to the myriad breads that have evolved in Italy alone---making our mouths water to hear about them. But don't let the author's charming storytelling keep you from his recipes; if you do, you will miss some delicious and easy-to-make dishes you might otherwise never taste---and once tasted, you will want to make them again and again.

Author : Corinna Cooke
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1732379963

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Glam Italia! How to Travel Italy by Corinna Cooke Pdf

Does your dream vacation seem out of reach? Discover stress-free, cost-saving secrets for planning the ultimate Italian getaway.Is a trip to Italy on your bucket list but out of your budget? Does preparing for international travel leave you feeling anxious? Do you worry about falling into a tourist trap? Italian travel guide and blogger Corinna Cooke has years of experience creating private vacations throughout every corner of the country. And now she's here to share her insider tips so you can make the most of your time abroad.How to Travel Italy is your all-in-one guide for crafting your personalized dream vacation. You'll create an itinerary that's custom-fit to your interests: from world-renowned art to mouthwatering cuisine and from breathtaking landscapes to trendsetting fashion. Whether you plan to travel in style or on a shoestring budget, you'll discover hidden gems and little-known advice for touring Italy's most famous attractions. With Cooke's hassle-free guide, you'll finally learn to sit back and savor your authentic Italian experience like a local.In How To Travel Italy, you'll discover:- Step-by-step methods for planning your entire trip, regardless of time or budget- Lists of the best restaurants, cuisines, and wines by region to satisfy any appetite- Optimum lengths of time to visit each attraction so you can get the best bang for your buck- Simple tips for booking flights that will save hundreds of dollars from your bottom line- Precautions you can take to stay safe and healthy while traveling and much, much more!How To Travel Italy is your go-to portable travel guide to this charming Mediterranean destination. If you like practical tips, trusted advice from a local expert, and stress-free planning, then you'll love Corinna Cooke's handbook for your dream vacation.Buy How To Travel Italy to pack your bags for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure today!

Author : Vicky Bennison
Publisher : Hardie Grant Publishing
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-10-17
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781784883096

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Pasta Grannies: The Official Cookbook by Vicky Bennison Pdf

WINNER OF THE JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION 2020 AWARD FOR BEST SINGLE SUBJECT COOKBOOK Learn how to make pasta like Italian nonnas do. Inspired by the hugely popular YouTube channel of the same name, Pasta Grannies is a wonderful collection of time-perfected Italian pasta recipes from the people who have spent a lifetime cooking for love, not a living: Italian grandmothers. “When you have good ingredients, you don’t have to worry about cooking. They do the work for you.” – Lucia, 85 Featuring easy and accessible recipes from all over Italy, you will be transported into the very heart of the Italian home to learn how to make great-tasting Italian food. Pasta styles range from pici – a type of hand-rolled spaghetti that is simple to make – to lumachelle della duchessa – tiny, ridged, cinnamon-scented tubes that take patience and dexterity. More than just a compendium of dishes, Pasta Grannies tells the extraordinary stories of these ordinary women and shows you that with the right know how, truly authentic Italian cooking is simple, beautiful and entirely achievable.

Author : Loukie Werle
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Cooking, Italian
ISBN : 1876624698

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Italian Country Cooking by Loukie Werle Pdf

Cucina povera ' there's no adequate translation, though 'humble food' has something of it ' is about the real food of Italy. The cooking techniques are simple, the ingredients seasonal and at their best. Cucina povera, as you'll discover when you try it, means eating with a warm heart ' quite possibly better than you've ever done in your life. As a Roman proverb says: 'Più se spenne e pejo se magna'... The more you spend, the worse you eat.

Author : Elizabeth Bettina
Publisher : Thomas Nelson Inc
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2011-01-04
Category : History
ISBN : 9781595553218

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It Happened in Italy by Elizabeth Bettina Pdf

One woman's discovery-and the incredible, unexpected journey it takes her on-of how her grandparent's small village of Campagna, Italy, helped save Jews during the Holocaust. Take a journey with Elizabeth Bettina as she discovers-much to her surprise-that her grandparent's small village, nestled in the heart of southern Italy, housed an internment camp for Jews during the Holocaust, and that it was far from the only one. Follow her discovery of survivors and their stories of gratitude to Italy and its people. Explore the little known details of how members of the Catholic church assisted and helped shelter Jews in Italy during World War II.