Medieval Italy was characterized by regular warfare among its numerous city-states, as well as internal strife within comunes as aristocratic factions fought each other for domination of the cities' governments. In this context, Italian warfare developed quickly, with the crossbow playing a key role in improving the armour technology of the Italian city militias that used them. This book traces...

Papa Gatto, a feline who advises royalty, needs a nanny for his kittens. His advertisement, "Choose your payment, no amount too great," attracts the lovely but greedy Sophia, whose hiring ends in dust, cobwebs, neglected kittens, and a new advertisement that brings Beatrice, Sophia's good-hearted stepsister. The arrival of the "kind and generous prince" results in mistaken identity and romantic confusion, but all ends well, thanks to Papa Gatto's special matchmaking talent. A wonderful picture book for older readers.
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This new addition to Routledge's acclaimed Contemporary Culture series features authoritative and engaging coverage of post-1945 Italian culture, from major political, economic and legal concerns to previously neglected issues and locations.
With 1,000 entries by an international group of expert contributors, the Encyclopedia covers virtually every aspect of Italian culture.

You grew up with the tales collected by the Brothers Grimm as childhood favorites—almost all of us did. But do you know Thomas Crane and his collection of Italian Popular Tales?

Crane was the first folklorist to bring the rich tradition of Italian tales to the English-speaking world. His collection captivated the public with its fresh voice and unfamiliar narratives. Meticulously gathered throughout the diverse regions of Italy, Crane’s translations provided a new look into Italian life and culture.