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The Aeolian Islands: The Original History And An Exploration Of The Islands-new
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Discover Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi And Panareaeveryone Has His Own Italy: The Rome Of Bernini And The Colosseum, The Beaches Of Rimini Or Cattolica, The Slimy Canals And Aristocratic Palaces Of Decaying Venice, Or The Small Towns Encountered As If By Sheer Inspiration: Anagni,Bevagna, Pienza, Palestrina, Monselice. Erice...My Italy Is Rocky Perugia Of The Windy Winters, Magnificent Florence Whose Streets Are Paved With Sculpture, And Something More Than A Handful Of Infinitesimal Volcanic Peaks Rising Like Greenybrown Icebergs From The Tyrrhenian Sea North Of Sicily.This Is Not The Sicily One Reads Of In Pirandello Or Verga: The Catania Of Capuana Or Martoglio; The Syracuse Of Vittorini; The Palermo Recorded By Lampedusa And Discovered Again, Teeming And Afraid, By The Saintly Danilo Dolci. It Is Not The Sicily That Plato Knew.Civilization Brought Lipari And Her Sisters Some Neolithic Villages, Shipwrecks Of Course Without Number, A Great Citadel, A Few Nondescript Churches And Simple Houses. Otherwise, The Aeolians Are Timeless. Their Scale Is Geological Rather Than Historical And The Spitting, Fiery Stromboli Is Their Symbol. With An Unerring Sense Of The Dramatic. Jules Verne Chose Stromboli For The Climax To His Journey To The Centre Of The Earth.I Have Kept The Dialogue To A Minimum, Not Because Talk Isnt Important To An Aeolian (Not One I Met Would Read Or Write Rather Than Talk) But Because Straightforward Translations Miss The Range Of Modulation And Intonation On Which A Sicilian Prides Himself And Because Any Reported Conversation With Italians Necessarily Lacks The Accompanying Vocabulary And Gesture And Facial Contortion. If You Haven
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has one hundred eighty pages. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the Aeolian Islands and their history.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding. This makes it lightweight and easy to carry for readers.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, zero point four one inches in width, and eight point five inches in height. These dimensions make it a convenient size for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Philip Ward. He provides insights into the culture and history of the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: What is the genre of the book? A: The book falls under the general non-fiction genre. It focuses on historical and cultural aspects of the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Yes, the book is suitable for all ages. It offers educational content that can be appreciated by both adults and younger readers.
- Q: How should I read this book? A: You can read this book at your own pace. It's designed for casual reading, allowing readers to absorb the rich history and culture of the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: Is this book a good fit for history enthusiasts? A: Yes, the book is an excellent choice for history enthusiasts. It delves into the unique historical context of the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: What is the main theme of this book? A: The main theme of the book is the exploration of the Aeolian Islands' history and culture. It highlights the geological and historical significance of these volcanic islands.
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