Last Days of the Sicilians
Blumenthal, Ralph
ISBN 10: 0671682776 ISBN 13: 9780671682774
Editore: Pocket, 1989
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Titolo: Last Days of the Sicilians
Casa editrice: Pocket
Data di pubblicazione: 1989
Legatura: Paperback
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Pocket July 1989, 1989
ISBN 10: 0671682776
ISBN 13: 9780671682774
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Mass Market Paperback. Condizione: Used - Acceptable. Shelf and spine wear -- reader's copy. Codice articolo 149842
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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_465523573
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paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_471149889
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paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_466374085
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The Last Days of the Sicilians
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Paperback. Condizione: Used. Ah, the 1990s?a decade of questionable fashion choices, the rise of floppy disks, and, of course, Ralph Blumenthal?s audacious attempt to capture the essence of Sicilian life during its?wait for it?final days. This book, "The Last Days of the Sicilians," is not just a title; it?s a proclamation of impending doom for a culture that, like your Aunt Mabel?s cat, stubbornly refuses to leave the party. A curious contradiction, perhaps? But who are we to argue with the literary whims of Simon & Schuster? Imagine, if you will, a scene straight out of a film noir where the sun shines brightly over the Mediterranean, but the shadows loom larger than life itself. Blumenthal, in his infinite wisdom, decided to pen a book that is part historical commentary, part lamentation, and entirely intriguing. He may as well have titled it, ?Let?s Watch the World Burn?Sicilian Edition,? as he gallantly elucidates the multifaceted realities of a culture on the brink of change. There?s a certain charm in the idea that we might all be witnesses to the end of something grand, be it a tradition or simply the last batch of cannoli in a bakery that has seen better days. Through an engaging mix of anecdotes, interviews, and questionable choices of metaphor, Blumenthal masterfully constructs a tapestry that is as complex as a Sicilian grandmother?s recipe book. You might find yourself pondering: is this a celebration of culture or an elegy for a way of life? The answer, dear reader, is wrapped in layers of irony thicker than a slice of Sicilian pizza. And if you thought you were simply signing up for a leisurely read, think again! This book is chock-full of insights that will leave you wondering whether your next holiday should be spent basking in the sun or booking a one-way ticket to Sicily to witness the ?end? yourself. But perhaps you?re wondering what Blumenthal?s key themes might be?let?s break it down into digestible tidbits for your reading pleasure: The clash of tradition and modernity, or how your Instagram feed can ruin family dinners. Faded glory: a retrospective on monuments, both physical and cultural, that have seen better days. Food: the eternal battleground where nostalgia meets culinary evolution?because nothing says ?end of days? quite like a lackluster pasta dish. The complexities of identity in a rapidly changing world, or as we like to call it, ?What?s a Sicilian to do?? Death and rebirth: one might argue that like a good Sicilian wine, culture gets better with age, unless it doesn?t. This delightful tome, which may or may not have been perused by the late-night philosophers of your local pub, is a paradox wrapped in an enigma. Just when you think you?ve got it figured out, Blumenthal spins a yarn that makes you question everything you thought you knew about Sicilian life?and perhaps your own existence while he?s at it. Each page carries the faint aroma of espresso and the unmistakable sound of a nun scolding a wayward child, as if to remind you that life is both beautiful and utterly ridiculous. Condition: Used, as sold by Crappy Old Books, this volume has seen its fair share of hands?some likely adorned with flour from the last doughnut binge. Expect the occasional dog-eared page, a few stubborn coffee stains that tell tales of sleepless nights spent pondering the fate of Sicily, and a charming musty smell that permeates the existence of all second-hand volumes. It?s the kind of condition that invites you to curl up in your favourite chair, a cup of tea in hand, and contemplate your own ?last days??whatever they may be. So, if you?re ready to embark on an ironic journey through cultural introspection sprinkled with a dash of whimsy, look no further than "The Last Days of the Sicilians." With a title that promises endings yet delivers delightful beginnings, it?s a must-have for any bookshelf that aspires to be both eclectic and slightly perplexing. Crappy Old Books is proud to offer this gem of a read, which will surely leave an indelible mark on your literary adventures?or at least provide a decent conversation starter at your next dinner party, should you dare to broach the subject of fading cultures with your guests. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE. Codice articolo 1494
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Last Days of the Sicilians
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Pocket, 1989
ISBN 10: 0671682776
ISBN 13: 9780671682774
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Paperback. Condizione: Good. 1st printing, 1989. No markings in text. Price sticker on front cover. Historic Oklahoma Bookstore on Route 66. Packages shipped daily, Mon-Friday. Codice articolo mon0000736074
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Condizione: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Codice articolo 00100529276
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Last Days of the Sicilians
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Pocket (edition First Edition), 1989
ISBN 10: 0671682776
ISBN 13: 9780671682774
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Da: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Codice articolo 0671682776-11-1
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Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G0671682776I5N10
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Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G0671682776I5N00
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