Category Archives: Italia

Driving in Tuscany

Posted on March 9, 2017 by babbityjean

In general, Americans think that Italians are crazy drivers.  Perhaps it’s a stereotype about Italy.  But I remember that when I was in Naples, it seemed that those at the wheel rarely respected the street lights, considered other street signs … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, Campania, Differenze culturali, English, Firenze, Italia, Toscana | Leave a comment

Why the word “mafia” is never uttered in The Godfather

Posted on March 2, 2017 by babbityjean

The Godfather (1972) is one of the most famous and best loved films of all times.  It won 3 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.  But there are some people who believe that films about the Mafia only depict or reinforce … Continue reading →

Posted in Abitudini, English, Film, Foto, Italia, Italoamericani, New York, Sicilia, Storia | 4 Comments

I Misteri dei Bronzi di Riace

Posted on February 23, 2017 by babbityjean

Il sommozzatore, che era un chimico romano, li ritrovò il 16 agosto 1972.  A trecento metri dalla costa di Riace, ad otto metri di profondità, il subacqueo prima vide un braccio.  Pensò che appartenesse a un cadavere.  A quel tempo, … Continue reading →

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