Throughout its history Italy has been at the crossroads of people and civilizations. Its roots are in both ancient Rome and early-modern Europe - influences still evident today. The canals of Venice and Roman amphitheatres Vatican City and the Catholic Church fast cars and fashion runways artisanal cheeses and the Slow Food movement - these traditions and more are all celebrated in this volume on Italy's customs and culture.
Covering history and religion family and friends food and drink school and work arts and entertainment and cities towns and the countryside Tradition Culture and Daily Life Major Nations in a Global World explores what makes key countries unique magnets for the world's fascination.