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"Across Italy there are many half-empty towns, nearly abandoned by those who migrate to the coast or to cities. The beautiful, crumbling hilltop town of Becchina is among them, but its mayor has taken drastic measures to rebuild -- selling abandoned homes to anyone in the world for a single Euro, as long as the buyer promises to live there for at least five years. It's a no-brainer for American couple Tommy and Kate Puglisi. Both work remotely, and...
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"An introduction to the wines of Italy by region and grape, focusing on how the history of the country shaped Italian wines today and how modern winemakers are looking to the past to revive the industry. Italian Wine explores each of Italy's 20 regions and details the history, land, grape varietals, food pairings, and suggested producers for each region"--
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Auf der Landkarte sieht Sardinien aus wie eine Sandale, die eine Kinderhand vor die mittelitalienische Küste in das Tyrrhenische Meer gemalt hat. Weltweit bekannt wurde die zweitgrößte Insel Italiens durch die von Prinz Karim Aga Khan IV. erschlossene Costa Smeralda, die seit jeher Prominente und Stars anzieht. Doch Sardinien ist viel mehr als Nobelorte und Superjachten. Die Insel mit nur 1,6 Millionen Einwohnern lockt mit feinen Sandstränden,...
4) Venecia
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Venecia es única, quizá porque ha cambiado tan poco a lo largo de los siglos. Para los millones de personas que la visitan representa, además, un destino mítico: el carnaval, los canales, su arquitectura inmutable, el teatro de la Fenice y sus innumerables museos. Si el lector viaja por primera vez a Venecia, entre sus manos tiene la guía perfecta para empezar a conocerla, siguiendo los itinerarios más habituales que aquí se detallan para no...
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"Unveiling Italy: A Traveler's Guide" is your essential companion to unlocking the enchanting secrets of Italy., This meticulously crafted guidebook is a treasure trove of insider knowledge, inviting you to explore the diverse wonders of Italy's vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, and storied landmarks. From the timeless beauty of Florence's Renaissance masterpieces to the sun-kissed shores of the Amalfi Coast, each page is filled with practical...
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This short work by the Italian humanist Poggio Bracciolini deals with the triumph of the Republic of Venice, then its its economic and political zenith. He extols the republic for its industry and for clearing the seas of pirates. He noted of the rights bestowed on average citizens and the antiquity of the state, which by then spanned back until the early Carolingian era. His praises have clear political overtones for the age he lived in, as republican...
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Now that you are ready to make your move to Umbria, you may be feeling invincible with excitement. However, it is important to not take your health for granted or get overconfident about your physical and mental well-being. If this is your first time embarking on an expat life, you may feel a little uncertain about how to navigate the Italian healthcare system or unsure about the quality of care or availability of your medical needs in a foreign country;...
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Each chapter could include case studies, primary source excerpts, and archaeological findings to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities and dynamics of slavery in ancient Rome. The book aims to shed light on the multifaceted nature of slavery and its far-reaching implications on Roman society and history.
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Each chapter could include insights from contemporary writings, archaeological discoveries, and reconstructions of urban spaces to provide readers with a vivid and comprehensive understanding of urban life in ancient Rome. The book aims to capture the diversity, complexity, and dynamism of Roman cities.
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Each chapter could include in-depth analyses of key historical events, biographical sketches of prominent figures, and discussions of the cultural and societal changes that occurred during these periods of crisis and renewal. The book aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic and transformative moments in ancient Roman history.
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Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history!Discover Florence's past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, churches, museums, and incomparable masterpieces by the greatest artists of all time. Get to know the cradle of the Renaissance with this comprehensive guide for cultured travelers.Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks asThe Florence CathedralBrunelleschi's DomeGiotto's CampanileThe Baptistery of St. JohnPonte VecchioAnd...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history!Discover Rome's past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, churches, museums, and spectacular monuments with this comprehensive guide for cultured travelers. Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks asThe ColosseumThe Roman ForumThe PantheonThe Trevi FountainThe Spanish StepsSaint Peter's BasilicaThe Circus MaximusAnd many more.Please note that this is a historical guide. It does not include...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in centuries of history!Discover Venice's past and its tremendous legacy of beauty, churches, museums, and stunning mansions. Get to know the lagoon city everybody loves with this comprehensive guide for cultured travelers.Learn the story behind such world-famous landmarks asSt. Mark's SquareSt. Mark's BasilicaThe Bell TowerThe Clock TowerThe Grand Canal, with its beautiful bridgesThe historic mansionsAnd many more.Please...
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The Venice which one visits to-day is so curiously a part and not a part of the ancient Venice of which we dream, that one feels, when in that sea-enveloped and fairy-like city, a strange sense of duality,-of being a veritable antique and an equally veritable modern. He has a genuine sympathy with the past, and regrets that he has not the enchanter's wand to bring it all back again,-long enough, at least, for him to revel in its magnificence.
15) Lightfoot Guide to the via Francigena - Great Saint Bernard Pass to St Peter's Square, Rome - Edi
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LightFoot Guides are written for Walkers and Cyclists, helping them to find the route, places to stay and meet their personal goals.
There is no right way to make a journey as challenging as this. This book together with the LightFoot Companion will provide you with the resources to enjoy doing it your way.
With dozens of alternative routes, including the dramatic via Francigena Montagna or via degli Abati, hundreds of accommodation choices...
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"Two Californians colliding with the culture of the extreme south of Italy can be amusing and intriguing. We came to understand that the stories surrounding each town, building, field, and person animate the stones as much as the people in Puglia. An olive tree is not only a plant, a cathedral is not just a building, and an expat is not just a foreigner."
Stories from Two Californians in Southern Italy captures some of the spirit of a region...
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Struggling to speak Italian like a native?This Italian phrasebook is an invaluable guide for learning and speaking Italian while traveling. Designed for both beginners and advanced learners, learn how to speak in real life conversations with this organized guide.Our book provides useful phonetic transcriptions of Italian words and phrases to use in the most common situations including greetings, ordering food, booking hotels, emergency situations,...
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Embark on a literary journey through the enchanting streets of Rome and beyond, as you savor the magic, mystery, and romance that Italy so graciously offers. This captivating anthology, a harmonious symphony of short stories and poems, is a collaborative masterpiece crafted by a diverse group of writers who share their intimate encounters with the Eternal City and other charming spots in Italy.
Each page resonates with the pulsating heartbeat...
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"I want to live in Italy" – Okay, you dream of living in Italy, but you don't know where to start. It's your dream and the purpose of this book is not to say whether it's worth coming or not, but to give you guidelines so that you can carry out your project and have the best possible experience.
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