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Yours, Befana

Author : Barbara Cuoghi
Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1778401473
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (784 download)

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Download or read book Yours, Befana written by Barbara Cuoghi and published by Greystone Books Ltd. This book was released on 2024-09-10 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perfect holiday read for kids 5-8, this beautiful book shares a letter from Befana, the winter witch. Befana is a remarkable character from Italian folklore. On the 6th of January, she flies on a broom through the icy winter sky to visit children and bring them presents. In this stunningly illustrated book, Befana shares her secrets in a letter to all children: how she wears her warmest cloak for the journey, and sips a special soup that makes her invisible when visiting homes. She fills the stockings of some children with sweets, but leaves lumps of coal in others. For people of all ages, she brings the most precious gift of all: the promise of Spring, and nature’s rebirth. This enchanting story provides: Backmatter with facts about Befana and other winter witch traditions A conversation starter about different holiday and winter traditions around the world Enchanting illustrations that capture the magic of Befana and the beauty of winter Insight into Italian folklore for kids Destined to become a treasured part of holiday traditions, kids will ask to be read Yours, Befana again and again.

Il Bel Centro

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
ISBN 13 : 8835880866
Total Pages : 514 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (358 download)

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Download or read book Il Bel Centro written by Michelle Damiani and published by Rialto Press. This book was released on 2020-08-09 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A witty and warm-hearted memoir of abandoning fast-paced American days in favor of discovering the Italian secrets of food, community, and life. Moving across the globe meant Michelle Damiani soon found herself untangling Italian customs, delighting in glorious regional cuisine (recipes included), and creating lasting friendships. From grandmothers eager to teach the ancient art of pasta making, to bakers tossing bread into fiery ovens with a song, to butchers extolling the benefits of pork fat, Il Bel Centro is rich with captivating characters and cultural insights. Throw in clinking glasses of Umbrian red with the local communists and a village all-nighter decorating the cobblestone streets with flower petals; as well as embarrassing language minefields and a serious summons to the mayor’s office, and you have all the ingredients for a spellbinding travel tale. Exquisitely observed, Il Bel Centro is an intimate celebration of small town Italy, as well as a thoughtful look at raising a family in a new culture and a fascinating story of finding a home. Ultimately though, this is a story about how travel can change you when you’re ready to let it. With laugh-out-loud situations and wanderlust-inspiring storytelling, Il Bel Centro is a joyous and life-affirming read that will have readers rushing to renew their passports. “This is one of the most beautiful book I’ve ever read.” “I absolutely couldn’t get enough of this book.” “This book made me want to pack my bags.” “I loved, loved this book. Fabulously written, engaging, and entertaining.” “A magical read.”

The Legend of Old Befana

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1481477641
Total Pages : 38 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (814 download)

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Download or read book The Legend of Old Befana written by Tomie dePaola and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this beloved classic picture book, Tomie dePaola retells and illustrates an Italian Christmas folk tale, breathing warmth and humanity into the character of the lonely Old Befana and her endless search for the Christ Child. Every morning and every afternoon, Old Befana sweeps with her broom. “Cranky old lady,” the children say. “She is always sweeping!” Sweep, sweep, sweep. But when a brilliant star glows in the eastern sky one night, and Old Befana encounters the glorious procession of three kings on their way to Bethlehem, her world will never be the same.

100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go

Author : Susan Van Allen
Publisher : Travelers' Tales
ISBN 13 : 193236188X
Total Pages : 458 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (323 download)

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Download or read book 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go written by Susan Van Allen and published by Travelers' Tales. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine creating your Italian dream vacation with a fun-loving savvy traveler girlfriend whispering in your ear. Go along with writer Susan Van Allen on a femme-friendly ride up and down the boot, to explore this extraordinarily enchanting country where Venus (Vixen Goddess of Love and Beauty) and The Madonna (Nurturing Mother of Compassion) reign side-by-side. With humor, passion, and practical details, this uniquely anecdotal guidebook will enrich your Italian days. Enjoy masterpieces of art that glorify womanly curves, join a cooking class taught by revered grandmas, shop for ceramics, ski in the Dolomites, or paint a Tuscan landscape. Make your vacation a string of Golden Days, by pairing your experience with the very best restaurant nearby, so sensual pleasures harmonize and you simply bask in the glow of bell’Italia. Whatever your mood or budget, whether it’s your first or your twenty-first visit, with 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go, Italy opens her heart to you.

Italian Folk Magic

Author : Mary-Grace Fahrun
Publisher : Weiser Books
ISBN 13 : 1633410552
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (334 download)

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Download or read book Italian Folk Magic written by Mary-Grace Fahrun and published by Weiser Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this fascinating journey through the magical, folkloric, and healing traditions of Italy the reader learns uniquely Italian methods of magical protection and divination and spells for love, sex, control, and revenge. "Mary-Grace Fahrun's Italian Folk Magic is an intimate journey into the heart of Italian folk magical practices as they are lived every day. Having grown up in an extended Italian family in North America and Italy, the author presents us with the stories, characters, saints, charms, and prayers that form the core of folk religion, setting them in context in an authentic, down-to-earth, and humorous voice. A delight to read!"—Sabina Magliocco, Professor of Anthropology, University of British Columbia Italian Folk Magiccontains: magical and religious rituals prayers divination techniques crafting blessing rituals witchcraft The author also explores the evil eye, known as malocchio in Italian, explaining what it is, where it comes from, and, crucially, how to get rid of it. This book can help Italians regain their magical heritage, but Italian folk magic is a beautiful, powerful, and effective magical tradition that is accessible to anyone who wants to learn it.

La Befana

Author : Aurelia Uriati
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781952521324
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (213 download)

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Download or read book La Befana written by Aurelia Uriati and published by . This book was released on 2020-08 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One day, Cristina encounters a strange old woman near the market in her village who says she lives nearby on a local hill. When Cristina's family later has a picnic on the hill, Cristina wanders off in search of the strange woman. Will curiosity get the best of her? La Befana is based on the traditional Italian folk tale about an old woman who visits children on Epiphany Eve to deliver presents and candy.

The Christmas Witch

Author : Ilse Plume
Publisher : Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (97 download)

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Download or read book The Christmas Witch written by Ilse Plume and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 1993 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retells the traditional Italian tale of the poor peasant woman who, long ago, set out to find the Christ Child and wanders to this day, carrying a sack of gifts to distribute to good children at Christmas.

The Dangerously Truthful Diary of a Sicilian Housewife

Author : Veronica Di Grigoli
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781514802250
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (22 download)

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Download or read book The Dangerously Truthful Diary of a Sicilian Housewife written by Veronica Di Grigoli and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When career-girl Veronica flies to Sicily for a friend's wedding, she accidentally falls in love with one of the groom's three-hundred cousins. A year later she has given up her job, house and friends, and is planning her own wedding with her Latin Lover in the shimmering heat of Sicily.

Dreaming Sophia

Author : Muldoon Melissa
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780997634808
Total Pages : 234 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (348 download)

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Download or read book Dreaming Sophia written by Muldoon Melissa and published by . This book was released on 2016-08-17 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dreaming Sophia weaves many strand of Italian culture into a delightful blend of fantasy, romance, art and history. With an artist's keen eye and deft touch, Melissa Muldoon brings to life the titans of Italian culture in a touching tale of a young woman reeling from loss who discovers that "Italy is the answer."

The Secret of the Treasure Keepers

Author : A.M. Howell
Publisher : Usborne Publishing Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1803705515
Total Pages : 233 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (37 download)

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Download or read book The Secret of the Treasure Keepers written by A.M. Howell and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2022-03-31 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the bestselling and award-winning A.M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets and The House of One Hundred Clocks, comes a brand-new thrilling historical mystery of stolen treasure, friendship and deep courage set in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War. February 1948. Ruth has been whisked off to the lonely Rook Farm to investigate the discovery of long-buried treasure with her mother. But at the farmhouse, she finds secrets lurk around every corner. Joe, the farmer's son, is hiding something about the treasure, while land girl Audrey watches their every move. But before Ruth can find out more, the treasure is stolen... With a storm coming, Ruth must race to uncover the secrets of the treasure keepers before all of their lives are changed forever. Praise for A.M. Howell WINNER OF THE MAL PEET CHILDREN'S AWARD WINNER OF THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK OF THE YEAR A SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK "Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel." The Telegraph "Gripping plot as well as authentic historical detail." The Daily Mail "Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs." The Times "Atmospheric, full of period detail, and most importantly, thrilling." The i

La Befana

Author : Sunday Frey-Blanchard
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781419677427
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (774 download)

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Download or read book La Befana written by Sunday Frey-Blanchard and published by . This book was released on 2007-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A poetic adaptation of the tradition of La Befana, and the Italian Epiphany celebration. La Befana is an old woman who hears of the birth of Christ from several visitors who knock on her door late at night looking for supplies and directions to the new "child king". She sends them away, preferring to be left to her cleaning, but then she sees the star in the heavens and has a change of heart. It starts her on a quest and she begins delivering gifts to the children she passes as she searches for the Christ child.

Spellcraft for a Magical Year

Author : Sarah Bartlett
Publisher : Fair Winds Press (MA)
ISBN 13 : 1592336809
Total Pages : 230 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (923 download)

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Download or read book Spellcraft for a Magical Year written by Sarah Bartlett and published by Fair Winds Press (MA). This book was released on 2015-07-15 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Draw upon beneficial universal energy at any time in the year to maximize your spell success! Using planetary, solar, and other natural influences, as well as the ancient power of pagan holidays, goddess energy, and traditional festive dates, Spellcraft for a Magical Year gives a month-by-month guide to spells, rituals, and enchantments. This comprehensive almanac by the renowned Sarah Bartlett includes important celebrations. Discover which spells work best on Sabbats, Halloween or All Soul's Day; as well as days devoted to deities from world spiritual traditions such as Greek Demeter, Hindu Durga, or Persian god, Baal. Spellcraft for a Magical Year reveals specially designed spells and rituals for all major dates to benefit you and your loved ones. Follow step-by-step instructions for performing the rituals, using talismans or amulets, and casting spells around New and Full Moons, solstices, and equinoxes. There is also a unique guide to bewitchments according to the apparent path of the sun through the sky to boost fertility, love, creativity, prosperity and well-being. This eclectic spell book also uses invocations, blessings, talismans and amulets drawn from a wide range of traditional magic practice from around the world, including medieval grimoires, ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian magical tablets, Greco-Roman Magic texts, all completely updated for the modern-day witch. By working with the cycles of nature, you can stay in tune with the rhythms of the universe to help manifest your dreams.

The Befana Is Returning

Author : Steve Siporin
Publisher : University of Wisconsin Pres
ISBN 13 : 0299337308
Total Pages : 341 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (993 download)

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Download or read book The Befana Is Returning written by Steve Siporin and published by University of Wisconsin Pres. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the night of January 5, in certain areas of southern Tuscany, a costumed, singing troupe of characters visits residents' homes, expecting to be fed and feted. This is the Befanata, a mumming tradition centered in Tuscany, whose main character--the Befana--is a kindly old woman or grandmotherly witch who delivers toys, candies, and gifts. The Befana Is Returning is a deeply researched, deftly insightful presentation of this living tradition that adds a large missing piece to the array of contemporary ethnographic scholarship on mumming.

The Witch's Spellbook

Author : Sarah Bartlett
Publisher : Fair Winds Press (MA)
ISBN 13 : 1592338232
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (923 download)

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Download or read book The Witch's Spellbook written by Sarah Bartlett and published by Fair Winds Press (MA). This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Magic is in every part of the living world--one just needs to know how to tap into it. The Witch's Spellbook is a powerful collection of spells, rituals, and enchantments that you can use to tap into your intuition and the power of the natural world. This book reveals how, by casting spells that align to the cycles of nature and the universe, you can begin to manifest your dreams and shape your destiny. Organized by topic, such as spells for prosperity, charms for body, beauty, and sex, or enchantments for creativity and charisma, each spell draws upon world traditions, sacred holidays, and lunar events such as solstices and equinoxes. Whether you’re new or experienced, this is every person's guide to practical magic.

The Witch's Spellbook for Beginners

Author : Sarah Bartlett
Publisher : New Shoe Press
ISBN 13 : 0760380155
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book The Witch's Spellbook for Beginners written by Sarah Bartlett and published by New Shoe Press. This book was released on 2022-10-11 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Witch's Spellbook for Beginners is an essential yet accessible guide to the mystical art of casting spells, with insight into earthly and astrological magic, spells, and potions to help manifest success with relationships, careers, health, and prosperity.

The Legend of Old Befana

Author : Tomie dePaola
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1481477633
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (814 download)

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Download or read book The Legend of Old Befana written by Tomie dePaola and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Because Befana's household chores kept her from finding the Baby King, she searches to this day, leaving gifts for children on the Feast of the Three Kings.

Magical Stories

Author : Annemarie Nikolaus
Publisher : Annemarie Nikolaus
ISBN 13 : 1466090359
Total Pages : 18 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (66 download)

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Download or read book Magical Stories written by Annemarie Nikolaus and published by Annemarie Nikolaus. This book was released on 2011 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short stories that are not only for children. Magic and wisdom connect with reality and legend. Meet a water ghost, a young magician, a magical hare and a good witch. Discover what happens when a force of nature collides with the thoughtlessness of men. Consider wisely and well before you wish or else some very bad things will happen. And prepare to have your heart warmed by a very particular Christmas story. The Brook and Cork have previously been published in German, the Christmas story in Italian.