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Seeking Sicily: A Cultural Journey Through Myth And Reality In The Heart Of The Mediterranean,Used
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Keahey'S Exploration Of This Misunderstood Island Offers A Muchneeded Look At A Muchmaligned Land.'Paul Paolicelli, Author Of Under The Southern Sunsicily Is The Mediterranean'S Largest And Most Mysterious Island. Its People, For Three Thousand Years Under The Thumb Of One Invader After Another, Hold Tightly Onto A Culture So Unique That They Remain Emotionally And Culturally Distinct, Viewing Themselves First As Sicilians, Not Italians. Many Of These Islanders, Carrying Considerable Dna From Arab And Muslim Ancestors Who Ruled For 250 Years And Integrated Vast Numbers Of Settlers From The Continent Just Ninety Miles To The South, Say Proudly That Sicily Is Located North Of Africa, Not South Of Italy.Seeking Sicily Explores What Lies Behind The Soul Of The Island'S Inhabitants. It Touches On History, Archaeology, Food, The Mafia, And Politics And Looks To Nineteenth And Twentiethcentury Sicilian Authors To Plumb The Islanders' Socalled Sicilitudine. This 'Culture Apart' Is Best Exemplified By The Writings Of One Of Sicily'S Greatest Writers, Leonardo Sciascia. Seeking Sicily Also Looks To Contemporary Sicilians Who Have Never Shaken Off The Influences Of Their Forbearers, Who Believed In The Ancient Gods And Goddesses.Author John Keahey Is Not Content To Let Images From The Island'S Overly Touristed Villages Carry The Story. Starting In Palermo, He Journeyed To Such Places As Arabfounded Scopello On The West Coast, The Greek Ruins Of Selinunte On The Southwest, And Sciascia'S Ancestral Village Of Racalmuto In The South, Where He Experienced Unique, Local Festivals. He Spent Easter Week In Enna At The Island'S Center, Witnessing Surreal Processions That Date Back To Spanish Rule. And He Learned About Sicilian Cuisine In Spanish Baroque Noto And Greek Siracusa In The Southeast, And Met Elderly, Retired Fishermen In The Tiny Eastcoast Fishing Village Of Aci Trezza, Home Of The Mythical Cyclops And Immortalized By Luchino Visconti'S Mid1940S Film Masterpiece, La Terra Trema. He Walked Near The Summit Of Etna, Europe'S Largest And Most Active Volcano, Studied The Mountain'S Role In Creating This Island, And Looked Out Over The Expanse Of The Ionian Sea, Marveling At The Three Millennia Of Myths And History That Forged Sicily Into What It Is Today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Seeking Sicily'? A: 'Seeking Sicily' explores the rich cultural and historical identity of Sicily, examining the island's unique heritage influenced by various invaders over three millennia.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Seeking Sicily'? A: The author of 'Seeking Sicily' is John Keahey, who provides insights into the island through his personal experiences and research.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about Sicily's history, culture, cuisine, and the perspectives of its inhabitants, as well as the influence of Sicilian authors.
- Q: How many pages does 'Seeking Sicily' have? A: 'Seeking Sicily' has 336 pages, making it a comprehensive read on the subject.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Seeking Sicily' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' ensuring it is still suitable for reading.
- Q: When was 'Seeking Sicily' published? A: 'Seeking Sicily' was published on November 8, 2011.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Seeking Sicily' have? A: 'Seeking Sicily' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability for readers.
- Q: Is 'Seeking Sicily' suitable for those interested in travel? A: Yes, 'Seeking Sicily' provides valuable insights for travelers interested in understanding the cultural and historical context of Sicily.
- Q: Does 'Seeking Sicily' include any personal anecdotes from the author? A: Yes, the author shares personal anecdotes and experiences from his travels throughout Sicily, enriching the narrative.
- Q: What distinguishes Sicily from the rest of Italy according to the book? A: The book highlights that Sicilians view themselves culturally distinct, emphasizing their unique identity shaped by a blend of historical influences.