Title: The complete idiot's guide to Italian history and culture
First published: 2002
Description: You're no idiot, of course. You know there's more to Italy's rich tapestry than spaghetti and the Sicilian Mafia, but you also know you have a lot to learn about the country that brought you the paintings of Michelangelo, the poetry of Dante, and the Ferrari of your dreams.Get ready to indulge! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Italian History and Culture will satisfy your thirst for all things Italian with its in-depth information about Italian art and literature, wine and cooking, and famous Italians and Italian Americans. In this Complete Idiot's Guide®, you get:Secrets of Italian cooking sure to whet your appetite!The Italian-American connection, from pizza to the Mafia to soccer.A comprehensive look at the centuries-long struggle to unify Italy.The power and glory of the Renaissance.
Subjects: Civilization, History, Nonfiction, Italy, civilization, Italy, history, Italy, social life and customs
Places: Italy
LC classification: DG467 .E88 2002