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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: What is the main focus of 'The Aeolian Islands: The Original History and an Exploration of the Islands'? A: The book explores the unique history and geography of the Aeolian Islands, including Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, and others, providing a rich narrative about their cultural significance and natural beauty.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Philip Ward, known for his insightful explorations of Italian culture and history.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 180 pages, making it a concise yet informative read about the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on September 30, 2013.
- Q: Is this book a part of any series? A: Yes, it is part of the Oleander Classics series, which aims to preserve important literary works.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, which is ideal for easy handling and reading.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a high-quality product.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book delves into themes of history, geography, culture, and personal reflections on the beauty of the Aeolian Islands.
- Q: Is there a lot of dialogue in the book? A: The author has kept dialogue to a minimum, focusing instead on descriptive prose that captures the essence of Sicilian culture.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the historical and cultural significance of the Aeolian Islands, alongside vivid descriptions of their landscapes and communities.