Category Archives: English

The Torlonia Marbles

Posted on July 1, 2021 by babbityjean

This is a story of many stories.  First and foremost, it is about the Torlonia marbles themselves.  In April 2021, 92 masterpieces were unveiled at the Palazzo Caffarelli in Rome’s Capitoline Museums.  Called the “Torlonia Marbles: Collecting Masterpieces,” this exhibition … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Arte, English, Foto, Italia, Roma, Storia, Vaticano | 1 Comment

Is this really progress?

Posted on June 24, 2021 by babbityjean

With technological advancements, there are always pros and cons, pluses and minuses.  Think of social media, for example.  There were two announcements recently about food “advances” that only time will tell whether people will accept and adopt them. The first—reported … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, Cucina italiana, English, Formaggio, Foto, Italia, Roma | 2 Comments

Ann Goldstein, translator of Elena Ferrante

Posted on June 17, 2021 by babbityjean

Translators rarely attain celebrity status.  But as Elena Ferrante has achieved worldwide acclaim through her books, so too has Ann Goldstein.  Her notoriety is spurred by the steadfast anonymity of Elena Ferrante, which is a pseudonym.  Apparently distrusting the celebrity … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, Arte, Differenze culturali, English, Foto, Italia, La Lingua, Libri, Napoli, New York | 2 Comments