History and Culture in Italy - Softcover

Hendrix, John Shannon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0761826289 ISBN 13: 9780761826286

Publisher: University Press of America, 2003

Synopsis

History and Culture in Italy is a scholarly, introductory survey of the history and culture of Italy, focusing on art and architecture, literature and philosophy, politics and historical events, and observations of daily life in modern Italy. The book is based on lectures and tours given over the course of four years to American students in Italy. It is written as a narrative, which readers have found makes it enjoyable to read. Chapters are identified according to subject. The book emphasizes the importance of the history and culture of Italy to modern life and identity in Western culture.

About this title

About the Author:

John Hendrix is Visiting Assistant Professor of Art and Architectural History, Roger Williams University, Rhode Island.

Review:

The author―through thoughtful analysis of architecture, art, and social sciences―in a compelling text full of expansive and diverse subject matter, sprinkled with morsels of personal travel and daily life experiences exploring the Italian scene, has produced a comprehensive and convincing insight into the history and culture of Italy. Crafted for students and everyone who has the curiosity to expand their intellectual horizons, the book is an excellent in-depth reference source about Italy. (Americo Mallozzi)

About this edition

• Publisher: University Press of America
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0761826289
• ISBN 13: 9780761826286
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 276