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Washington Post Bestsellerlos Angeles Times Bestsellera Vivid And Surprising Portrait Of The Italian People From An Admired Foreign Correspondenthow Did A Nation That Spawned The Renaissance Also Produce The Mafia? And Why Does Italian Have Twelve Words For Coat Hanger But None For Hangover?John Hoopers Entertaining And Perceptive New Book Is The Ideal Companion For Anyone Seeking To Understand Contemporary Italy And The Unique Character Of The Italians. Fifteen Years As A Foreign Correspondent Based In Rome Have Sharpened Hoopers Observations, And He Looks At The Facts That Lie Behind The Stereotypes, Shedding New Light On Everything From The Italians Bewildering Politics To Their Love Of Life And Beauty. Hooper Persuasively Demonstrates The Impact Of Geography, History, And Tradition On Many Aspects Of Italian Life, Including Football And Freemasonry, Sex, Food, And Opera. Brimming With The Kind Of Fascinatingand Often Hilariousinsights Unavailable In Guidebooks, The Italians Will Surprise Even The Most Diehard Italophile.
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- Q: What is 'The Italians' about? A: 'The Italians' offers a vivid portrait of the Italian people, exploring their culture, politics, and unique characteristics through the lens of foreign correspondent John Hooper.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Italians'? A: The author of 'The Italians' is John Hooper, who has spent fifteen years as a foreign correspondent in Rome.
- Q: When was 'The Italians' published? A: 'The Italians' was published on January 19, 2016.
- Q: What is the format of 'The Italians'? A: 'The Italians' is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Italians' have? A: 'The Italians' contains 336 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Italians' suitable for people interested in Italian culture? A: 'The Italians' is highly suitable for anyone interested in Italian culture, as it provides insights into the country's history, politics, and daily life.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Italians'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the fascinating aspects of Italian life, including politics, food, sex, and traditions, along with humorous insights.
- Q: Is 'The Italians' a bestseller? A: 'The Italians' is recognized as a bestseller by both the Washington Post and the Los Angeles Times.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Italians'? A: 'The Italians' explores themes such as geography's impact on culture, the history of the Mafia, and the unique characteristics of Italian society.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'The Italians'? A: 'The Italians' appeals to those who are curious about Italy, including travelers, scholars, and anyone interested in understanding the Italian way of life.