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Dangling from the centre of western Europe like a Christmas stocking, Italy is stuffed to the brim with marvels such as the opera of Verdi, Brunelleschi's dome over Florence Cathedral and the pagan tombs deep beneath St Peter's. With its bribery scandals and Mafia trials, even contemporary Italy is extravagant. Northern Italy is the wealthiest third of the republic: Italy's industrial revolution began in the region's capital city of Turin, now home to the Fiat Corporation, Europe's largest car manufacturer. Central Italy is home to rolling hills and olive groves, while those who venture further south will discover Roman ruins and the infernal volcanic Phlegraean Fields. You cry twice in Italy, the introduction tells us: once when you arrive and once when you leave. Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls' 900-page guide includes sections on travel, crime, tourist offices and toilets, with the main bulk of the book dedicated to the country's many regions. The history section is particularly impressive, tracing Italy's development from 750 BC through to the present day. Considering the book's weight--and the fact that its maps are scattered throughout rather than gathered together at the back--this may not be the one to lug about in a rucksack; for those who wish to study before leaving home or the hotel, it's ideal.--Daren King
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'Cadogan guides are always strong on Southern Europe' -- Wanderlust Magazine
'Overall the top marks go to Cadogan' -- BBC Radio 4
‘Cadogan are the pick of the bunch’ -- Daily Telegraph
‘Humorous, informed... irresistible’ -- Sunday Times
‘My regular guidebook, the ever-reliable Cadogan Italy’ -- Dennis Marks, The Guardian
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- PublisherCadogan Guides
- Publication date1999
- ISBN 10 186011900X
- ISBN 13 9781860119002
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number3
- Number of pages952
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