Italy category: 3604 books

Throughout the Cold War, the United States encountered unexpected challenges from Italy and France, two countries with the strongest, and determinedly most anti-American, Communist Parties in Western Europe. Based primarily on new evidence from communist archives in France and Italy, as well as research...

In 1897 the young Italian peasant Giuseppe Musolino was falsely convicted of a crime and sentenced to 21 years at hard labor. He soon escaped, and began hunting those who had played a role in his false conviction, extracting an ominous and lethal revenge, killing as many as 25 people. For three years...

Data in hand, an essential and precise chronology of the events that marked the history of Southern Italy from 1830 to 1946. An essential volume to understand the evils that are at the root of the disadvantaged economic situation of southern Italy and that reverses the dogmas of official historiography.

Le Marche: an insider's guide will help you discover Italy's Marche, or Marches, region, the place to go if you want a taste of real Italy, an Italy still relatively untouched by the ravages of mass tourism.You’ll find plenty of outstanding art and architecture, discover enchanting...

Gaeta is a small, sleepy fishing village on the western coast of Italy. It is a hidden treasure for anyone who is enamored with anything Italian. In this guide book you will learn the history of the village by way of detailed tours that will lead you through the most beautiful spots imaginable. Many...

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for more than 80 years. Abundant color photos, combined with thorough coverage, bring one of Italy's most beautiful destinations to dazzling life. The Bay of Naples and neighboring Amalfi Coast...

Italy has long been a destination at the top of many a traveller’s “must see” list. Rome, Florence, and Venice have their own merits-famous for their culture, history, art, and of course food. But there is a hidden gem tucked away along the Italian Riviera, away from the chaotic tourist scene,...

Smart Guide: Rome & Lazio is packed with advice and tips that will help newcomers and veteran travelers get the most from their visit to the Eternal City. The guide also includes dozens of fascinating locations in Northern and Southern Lazio that are off the beaten tourist path. Enjoy the journey. Smart...

The guide provides easy access to sight, shopping, entertainment, food, accommodation and practical information that makes a trip memorable. Smart Guide is the first independent travel publisher to offer digital guides to all of Italy's regions. We also operate a convenient online accommodation...

Umbria, "the green heart of Italy," may not completely match Tuscany's geological variation, but it comes close. This small, hilly and fairly untouched region occupying Italy's core (Narni is the country's geographical center) is crammed full of walking, rafting, caving, hang-gliding and climbing opportunities,...

(approx. 400 pages) Our illustrated travel guide features of the best information from an experienced traveler as well as other local resources. It's just what you need to help you to plan your trip in advance and to accompany you on-the-ground. Finding Internet...

(approx. 280 pages) Our illustrated travel guide features of the best information from an experienced traveler as well as other local resources. It's just what you need to help you to plan your trip in advance and to accompany you on-the-ground. Finding Internet...

Located in the Lombardy region in northern Italy, Lake Como is one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in Italy. The beauty of the lake and its surrounding areas has made it a favorite vacation spot for the rich and famous. The beauty of Lake Como has featured in many novels, stories, movies,...

Digital version of the 11th edition of Blue Guide Southern Italy (2007). Explores the history, art, archaeology, architecture, anthropology and culture of this ancient region of Italy in classic Blue Guides style: readable, athoritative, detailed, ideal for home study and preparation as well as for onsite use. For the independent traveller who wants to get beneath the surface.