Italy

by Pavlovic, Zoran; Gritzner, Charles

• ISBN13: 9780791077696
• ISBN10: 0791077691
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-01-31
• Publisher: Chelsea House Pub

Summary

Italy is a country of contrasts. Today, in nearly every respect it is a modern country, yet reminders of the past are visible everywhere. The people are as proud of their glorious past achievements as they are of their contemporary society. Past and present, old and new, quaint and modern-these contrasts will guide this introduction to Italian history and culture. Today, the country is politically interwoven with the European Union and is closely linked to the world at large. Tourist destinations such as Venice, Florence, and Rome are not just "Italian cities," they are world cities. Travel and tourism help to foster global understanding and to diminish Italians' fear that they will lose their traditions. Furthermore, in recent years Italy has become a land of economic opportunity that is attracting waves of immigrants seeking better lives. The future seems brighter than ever for this European country so steeped in history. Book jacket.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 9
Physical Landscapes	p. 15
Italy Through Time	p. 31
People and Culture	p. 47
Government	p. 61
Italy's Economy	p. 69
Cities and Regions	p. 83
Italy's Future	p. 103
Facts at a Glance	p. 106
History at a Glance	p. 108
Further Reading	p. 110
Index	p. 111
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