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That Summer in Sicily

Author : Marlena de Blasi
Publisher : Ballantine Books
ISBN 13 : 0345513339
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (455 download)

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Download or read book That Summer in Sicily written by Marlena de Blasi and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2008-08-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “At villa Donnafugata, long ago is never very far away,” writes bestselling author Marlena de Blasi of the magnificent if somewhat ruined castle in the mountains of Sicily that she finds, accidentally, one summer while traveling with her husband, Fernando. There de Blasi is befriended by Tosca, the patroness of the villa, an elegant and beautiful woman-of-a-certain-age who recounts her lifelong love story with the last prince of Sicily descended from the French nobles of Anjou. Sicily is a land of contrasts: grandeur and poverty, beauty and sufferance, illusion and candor. In a luminous and tantalizing voice, That Summer in Sicily re-creates Tosca’s life, from her impoverished childhood to her fairy-tale adoption and initiation into the glittering life of the prince’s palace, to the dawning and recognition of mutual love. But when Prince Leo attempts to better the lives of his peasants, his defiance of the local Mafia’s grim will to maintain the historical imbalance between the haves and the have-nots costs him dearly. The present-day narrative finds Tosca sharing her considerable inherited wealth with a harmonious society composed of many of the women–now widowed–who once worked the prince’s land alongside their husbands. How the Sicilian widows go about their tasks, care for one another, and celebrate the rituals of a humble, well-lived life is the heart of this book. Showcasing the same writerly gifts that made bestsellers of A Thousand Days in Venice and A Thousand Days in Tuscany, That Summer in Sicily, and de Blasi’ s marvelous storytelling, remind us that in order to live a rich life, one must embrace both life’s sorrow and its beauty. Here is an epic drama that takes readers from Sicily’s remote mountains to chaotic post-war Palermo, from the intricacies of forbidden love to the havoc wreaked by Sicily’s eternally bewildering culture.

Lonely Planet Sicily

Author : Lonely Planet
Publisher : Lonely Planet
ISBN 13 : 178868737X
Total Pages : 568 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (886 download)

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Download or read book Lonely Planet Sicily written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2020-02-01 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Sicily is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Soak up history in charming Syracuse, hike Stromboli's lava-strewn crater, and visit crumbling castles in gorgeous hill towns - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sicily and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Sicily: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids NEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Palermo, Aeolian Islands, Western Sicily, Tyrrhenian Coast, Ionian Coast, Syracuse, Central Sicily, Mediterranean Coast, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Sicily is our most comprehensive guide to Sicily, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Sicilian Summer

Author : Brian Johnston
Publisher : Allen & Unwin
ISBN 13 : 1741157110
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (411 download)

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Download or read book Sicilian Summer written by Brian Johnston and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2005-11-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I came to Sicily an idle bystander and found myself bewitched by its neglected grandeur, sad beauty and passionate intensity in the background I hear once more the cool fizz of lemons on a hot day, the demented click of cicadas and the spluttering of battered Fiats in narrow streets: the sounds of Sicily. This is a story of family honour, religion, tragedy, sex, bitter history and sweet pastries.' Travel writer Brian Johnston accepted an invitation to attend the confirmation of a friend's god-daughter in Sicily, naively expecting little more than the chance to immerse himself in some genuine southern Italian hospitality, while exploring the vibrant tastes, smells, flavours and rituals of Sicilian food. But Sicily has a way of getting under your skin, and as well as being seduced by the island's earthy and mysterious charms, he found himself unexpectedly swept up in flamboyant family dramas and dangerous village politics, eccentric personalities and age-old feuds. A delicious and wholly irresistible tale of passion, power, politics and pasta; This is the story of a summer in Sicily.

Secrets in Sicily

Author : Penny Feeny
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1788547314
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (885 download)

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Download or read book Secrets in Sicily written by Penny Feeny and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-08-07 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A delightful holiday read' Daily Mail. Sun-drenched, touching and inspirational, this is your ultimate summer read for 2018, perfect for fans of Rosanna Ley and Victoria Hislop. Sicily, 1977. Ten-year-old Lily and family arrive for their annual summer holiday in Sicily. Adopted as a toddler, Lily's childhood has been idyllic. But a chance encounter with a local woman on the beach changes everything... 10 years later... Ever since that fateful summer Lily's picture-perfect life, and that of her family, has been in turmoil. The secrets of the baking hot shores of Sicily are calling her back, and Lily knows that the answers she has been so desperately seeking can only be found if she returns to her beloved island once more...

Sicily

Author : Robert Andrews
Publisher : Rough Guides
ISBN 13 : 9781858288741
Total Pages : 748 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (887 download)

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Download or read book Sicily written by Robert Andrews and published by Rough Guides. This book was released on 2002 with total page 748 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering details of all the sights of Sicily, from the mosaics of Monreale and the temples of Argrigento to bustling markets in Palermo, this guide also includes reviews of hotels and restaurants for every budget and region of the island. It also includes information on mountain hikes.

The Archaeology of Ancient Sicily

Author : R. Ross Holloway
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134557728
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (345 download)

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Download or read book The Archaeology of Ancient Sicily written by R. Ross Holloway and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-11-01 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

The Rough Guide to Sicily (Travel Guide eBook)

Author : Rough Guides
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
ISBN 13 : 0241314860
Total Pages : 601 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (413 download)

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Download or read book The Rough Guide to Sicily (Travel Guide eBook) written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The full-colour The Rough Guide to Sicily is the ultimate travel guide to the Mediterranean's most intoxicating island. Get under the skin of Sicily with inspiring photos, colour-coded maps and up-to-date reviews of hotels, B&Bs, campsites, restaurants, cafés and bars, all fully revised for this tenth edition by our Sicily expert. The Rough Guide to Sicily is jam-packed with practical and honest advice about the best things to see and do. From climbing Mount Etna, scuba diving off Ustica and exploring Greek and Roman relics, to sinking into mud baths on Vulcano and eating your way around Palermo, there's no end of choice - we'll help you make up your mind, and recommend the best beaches to hit while you do so. Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Sicily.

Sicily and the Mediterranean in the Middle Ages

Author : Hiroshi Takayama
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1351022288
Total Pages : 425 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (51 download)

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Download or read book Sicily and the Mediterranean in the Middle Ages written by Hiroshi Takayama and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-03-22 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a collection of milestone articles of a leading scholar in the study of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily, a crossroads of Latin-Christian, Greek-Byzantine, and Arab-Islamic cultures and one of the most fascinating but also one of the most neglected kingdoms in the medieval world. Some of his articles were published in influential journals such as English Historical Review, Viator, Mediterranean Historical Review, and Papers of the British School at Rome, while others appeared in hard-to-obtain festschrifts, proceedings of international conferences, and so on. The articles included here, based on analysis of Latin, Greek, and Arabic documents as well as multi-lingual parchments, explore subjects of interest in medieval Mediterranean world such as Norman administrations, multi-cultural courts, Christian-Muslim diplomacy, conquests and migrations, religious tolerance and conflicts, cross-cultural contacts, and so forth. Some of them dig deep into curious specific topics, while others settle disputes among scholars and correct our antiquated interpretations. His attention to the administrative structure of the kingdom of Sicily, whose bureaucracy was staffed by Greeks, Muslims and Latins, has been a particularly important part of his work, where he has engaged in major debates with other scholars in the field.

The Rough Guide to Sicily

Author : Jules Brown
Publisher : Rough Guides UK
ISBN 13 : 1409351521
Total Pages : 483 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book The Rough Guide to Sicily written by Jules Brown and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 483 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Sicily is the ultimate guide to this fascinating island. From flamboyant Arabo-Norman cathedrals to stunning galleries and the best collection of Greek temples outside Greece, all Sicily's attractions are thoroughly covered. Sicily's natural beauties are also taken care of; including the ascent of Europe's greatest volcano, Etna, hiking trails in the Monti Madonie and the most exquisite beaches of the Aeolian Islands. From Palermo to Taormina, unearth all the best restaurants, bars and cafés, the liveliest nightlife and the most brilliant festivals. The Rough Guide to Sicily provides detailed practical advice on where to stay, from hostels to luxury boutique hotels, how to get around and how to get the best value for money. The guide also includes two full-colour sections, and background information on the art, architecture and history of this most colourful of Mediterranean islands. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of Sicily, whilst stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make this your ultimate travelling companion. Originally published in print in 2011. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Sicily. Now available in ePub format.

Authentic Sicily

Author : Touring Club of Italy
Publisher : Touring Editore
ISBN 13 : 9788836534036
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (34 download)

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Download or read book Authentic Sicily written by Touring Club of Italy and published by Touring Editore. This book was released on 2005 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When her stepfather dies, Lois Cayley finds herself alone in the world with only twopence in her pocket. Undaunted, the intelligent, attractive, and infinitely resourceful young woman decides to set off in search of adventure. Her travels take he...

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily

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Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1409334201
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily written by and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2013-10-10 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The DK Eyewitness Sicily Travel Guide is your indispensible guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel guide will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Sicily effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Sicily Travel Guide - showing you what others only tell you. Now available in PDF format.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sicily

Author : DK Travel
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN 13 : 0241314461
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (413 download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sicily written by DK Travel and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the ancient archaeological sites and rugged terrain of this beautiful Mediterranean island with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sicily. The best places to visit in Sicily, including the impressive Greek ruins at the Valle dei Templi and the vibrant city of Palermo, are showcased with fantastic photography, illustrations and detailed descriptions that show you all you need to know. Tour the Aeolian Islands, laze on the best beaches in Sicily, climb Mount Etna and sample delicious Sicilian cuisine. Packed with ideas for outdoor activities and scenic drives, plus detailed maps and reviews of the best hotels and restaurants, this comprehensive travel guide will help you plan the perfect trip.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sicily

Author : DK
Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN 13 : 0241217350
Total Pages : 254 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (412 download)

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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sicily written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily will lead you straight to the best attractions Sicily has to offer. The guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the city's stunning architecture, plus 3D aerial views of the key districts to explore on foot. You'll find detailed listings of the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets in this fully updated and expanded guide, plus insider tips on everything from where to find the best markets and nightspots to great attractions for children. The uniquely visual DK Eyewitness Travel Guide also includes in-depth coverage of all the unforgettable sights. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sicily shows you what others only tell you.

Norman Kings of Sicily and the Rise of the Anti-Islamic Critique

Author : Joshua C. Birk
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319470426
Total Pages : 371 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (194 download)

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Download or read book Norman Kings of Sicily and the Rise of the Anti-Islamic Critique written by Joshua C. Birk and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-01-11 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an investigative study of Christian and Islamic relations in the kingdom of Sicily during the eleventh and twelfth centuries. It has three objectives. First, it establishes how and why the Norman rulers of Sicily, all of whom were Christians, incorporated Muslim soldiers, farmers, scholars, and bureaucrats into the formation of their own royal identities and came to depend on their Muslim subjects to project and enforce their political power. Second, it examines how the Islamic influence within the Sicilian court drew little scrutiny, and even less criticism, from intellectuals in the wider world of Latin Christendom during the time period. Finally, it contextualizes and explains the eventual emergence of Christian popular violence against Muslims in Sicily in the latter half of the twelfth century and the evolution of a wider discourse of anti-Islamic sentiment throughout Western Europe.

The Battle of Sicily

Author : Samuel W. Mitcham, Jr.
Publisher : Stackpole Books
ISBN 13 : 081173403X
Total Pages : 408 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (117 download)

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Download or read book The Battle of Sicily written by Samuel W. Mitcham, Jr. and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Battle of Sicily is the story of Germany's "Dunkirk"--a successful evacuation that allowed 40,000 troops to escape to Italy, where they later fought the Allies to a bloody stalemate. The authors recount the campaign from the Axis strategy point of view--something no English-language book has ever done--and argue persuasively that the Allies wasted a chance for a total victory that might have foreshortened the war. Black-and-white inserts.

The Administration of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily

Author : Hiroshi Takayama
Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9789004098657
Total Pages : 316 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (986 download)

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Download or read book The Administration of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily written by Hiroshi Takayama and published by BRILL. This book was released on 1993-01-01 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The administration of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily has long been held up to be the most advanced government in twelfth-century Europe. However, until now there has been considerable confusion about how this bureaucracy actually functioned, whether it developed in the twelfth century or retained the form given it by Roger II; whether it had regional variations, what the identity of different departments of government was, who did what within the structures of government, and what the relationship between the Greek, Arabic and Latin elements within the administration was. This work goes a long way to sorting out these problems. The author's meticulous work with chronicles and charters enables him to clear up many problems and mysteries in the administration of finance and justice and to identify such uncertainties as remain. This fundamental work forms a basic reference point for future studies of Norman Sicily and of government in the high Middle Ages.

Sicily and the Unification of Italy

Author : Lucy Riall
Publisher : Clarendon Press
ISBN 13 : 019154261X
Total Pages : 270 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (915 download)

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Download or read book Sicily and the Unification of Italy written by Lucy Riall and published by Clarendon Press. This book was released on 1998-03-12 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first in-depth analysis of the impact of Italian unification on the hitherto isolated communities of rural Sicily. Traditional explanations of Sicily's instability depict a society trapped by a feudal past. Lucy Riall finds instead that many areas of the island were experiencing a period of rapid modernization, as local government increased their organizational efforts. Beginning with the period prior to the revolution of 1860, Dr Riall shows why successive attempts at political reform failed, and analyses the effects of this failure. She describes the bitter and violent conflict between rival elites and the mounting tide of peasant unrest which together threatened the status quo within the isolated communities of the Sicilian interior. Through an examination of the problems of local government - tax collection, conscription, the organization of policing - and of attempts to suppress peasant disturbances and control crime, she shows that the modernization of the Sicilian countryside both undermined the control of the central government and made the countryside itself more unstable.