Italy from the Inside. What is Life Really Like in the Land of Dolce Vita?

Italy… This word seems to be saturated with sunshine, art, history, fashion, and the aromas of freshly prepared pasta, which the wind carries through the narrow cobblestone streets. Venice, Rome, Florence, Milan, and many other cities have long become the... calling cards of the country. Just like the great artists of the Renaissance, the brilliant directors of Italian neorealism, renowned fashion houses, and manufacturers of the most expensive cars in the world… And of course, we must not forget about the incredibly delicious Italian cuisine! Pizza, pasta, spaghetti, risotto, lasagna, ravioli, pesto, an incredible number of cheeses and wines — Italians have introduced their products to nearly the entire world! The book "Italy from the Inside" is dedicated to all those who are in love with the land of Dolce Vita, who want to learn more about the daily life and customs of Italians, and who wish to immerse themselves in the unique atmosphere of the cradle of civilization and world culture. Anna Sinitsa, a guide from Rome, will be your personal conductor and help you understand all the nuances of Italian culture. From the book, you will learn: • What place do mothers occupy in the lives of Italian men? • Where can you try cheese with maggots and what other pitfalls exist in the national cuisine? • What is occupation and why do locals enjoy participating in various strikes? • Where did the mafia originate and how has its influence grown far beyond the country's borders? • Why do people in each region of Italy speak their own dialect and how did it happen that the Tuscan dialect became the basis of the modern Italian language? • What is the secret of Italian emotionality and what other pitfalls does communication with locals hold?