Blue Guide Southern Italy, Tenth Edition
by Paul Blanchard
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Author: Paul BlanchardEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-04
ISBN: 0393325881
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
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Book Review: Il Mezzogiorno
Summary: 4 Stars
The American traveller to southern Italy should be warned that this region is much different from the more heavily visited and promoted areas of Tuscany, Cinque Terre, and the Amalfi Coast. While those northerly provinces are focussed on tourism and cater to visitors, the south in general can seem almost indifferent. That is not to suggest that it be avoided. The Mezzogiorno is a charming, down-to-earth region that has much to recommend it, particularly to the visitor interested in obtaining a more realistic, everyday sort of insight into Italian life and culture.
That said, because most of the larger guidebooks that give an overview of the entire Italian peninsula provide only sparse information about the southern third, I would not recommend venturing there without Blue Guide Southern Italy. This little volume provides invaluable background and detail about the major cities such as Bari and Lecce, and also covers the lesser known, smaller towns, beaches, and countryside. From the Sassi of Matera to the Trulli of Alberobello to Bitonto's beautifully maintained, 1000 year old cathedral, Paul Blanchard's readable, accurate, entertaining text is enriching and invaluable.
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With coverage of the area south of Rome to the tip of Calabria, Blue Guide Southern Italy is an excellent resource. All of the region's cities, towns, as well as places of archaeological, historical, and artistic interest are covered in detail. With great walks and suggestions for day trips, along with updated practical information, this is a must-have guide. 31 maps, color map, 20 line drawings.General Books
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