Luigi Barzini Knihy

In this consummate portrait of the Italian people, bestselling author, publisher, journalist, and politician Luigi Barzini delves deeply into the Italian national character, discovering both its great qualities and its imperfections. Barzini is startlingly frank as he examines "the two Italies": the one that created and nurtured such luminaries as Dante Alighieri, St. Thomas of Aquino, and Leonardo da Vinci; the other, feeble and prone to catastrophe, backward in political action if not in thought, "invaded, ravaged, sacked, and humiliated in every century." Deeply ambivalent, Barzini approaches his task with a combination of love, hate, disillusion, and affectionate paternalism, resulting in a completely original, thoughtful, and probing picture of his countrymen.

An examination of European culture and history and of the nations that must be the base of a unified Europe backs up the eminent scholar-journalist's call for a Europe with one will, one voice, and a unified foreign policy

Luigi Barzini is celebrated not only as a prominent journalist but also as a significant cultural historian of modern Italy. His work captures the essence of Italian life and society, providing deep insights into the country's history and cultural landscape. Through his writings, Barzini's unique perspective and narrative style offer readers an engaging exploration of Italy's evolution and its place in the world.

The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It reflects a commitment to protecting and promoting important literature by providing affordable, high-quality modern editions that remain true to the original text.

The Little Match Man is presented in a contemporary format, ensuring its preservation for future generations. The book has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted, offering a clear and readable text that distinguishes it from scanned copies. This effort highlights the work's historical significance and aims to keep its legacy alive for both current readers and those yet to come.

This book was written immediately after the completion of the record-breaking voyage in 1907 and quickly published in twelve countries; such had been the interest raised all over the the world by the Peking to Paris automobile race. The latest edition was published by Mondadori in 1970. The translation by L.P. de Castelvecchio has been somwhat edited and revised. For the present edition 1972, the author's son has written a new introduction.