Italy

"A history shorn of a country's cultural element is not a true history of its people. A history that does not reflect th... (more)

"A history shorn of a country's cultural element is not a true history of its people. A history that does not reflect the societal contributions of its poets, artists and musicians is incomplete. Without Dante, Petrarch, Michelangelo, Vivaldi, Ariosto, Alfieri, Verdi, Puccini, Manzoni, Quasimodo and Pirandello, the Italy of the past dissolves". This illustrated history adheres to the above lines which open it. Written in an accessible style, it covers the full panoply of Italy's history -- from Roman days to the twenty-first century. (less)

Explore the world with Festive Foods and discover Italy's geography, farming, daily life, festivals, and ceremonies whil... (more)

Explore the world with Festive Foods and discover Italy's geography, farming, daily life, festivals, and ceremonies while learning how to cook tasty Italian food for your family and friends. (less)

Learn all about the food and cooking culture of Italy. (more)

Learn all about the food and cooking culture of Italy. (less)

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Italy is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden disc... (more)

Italy is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Listen to your gondolier sing sweetly while gliding past centuries-old Venetian palaces, sample olives and wines as you traverse the storybook hills of Tuscany, or lose yourself amid thousands of years of Roman history and art. (less)

"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Italy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefu... (more)

"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Italy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry"-- (less)

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Italy. Intended for students in kindergarten through thi... (more)

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Italy. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher. (less)

Buongiorno! And welcome to Globetrotting, where in this episode we take you to one of the most unforgettable countries i... (more)

Buongiorno! And welcome to Globetrotting, where in this episode we take you to one of the most unforgettable countries in Europe, Italy. We visit the ruins of the ancient city Pompeii, pay tribute to the opera singer Luciano Pavarotti, and experience two of Italy's most beautiful cities, Florence and Venice. Also, we check out the festival Dei Due Mondi, a fusion of high art and ancient tradition with an elaborate backdrop and colorful costumes. Meanwhile, Venice Carnivale is a festival of performance, art, music and masquerade. Lastly, we check out the world famous art of Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. (less)