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Book Synopsis: Based on published research, fiction and interviews, this work offers a diverting overview of the popular cultural baggage that Italian immigrants brought to America. -Publishers Weekly
Italian-Americans compose one of the largest ethnic groups in the United States. Though they have often been portrayed in fiction and film, many of these images are based on stereotypes not borne out among the immigrant and assimilated population. Italian-American Folklore draws its material directly from Americans of Italian descent in both urban and rural communities. The result is a book that, while strongly anchored in scholarship, is readable, entertaining, and illuminating. Chapters on folk speech, superstitions, folk medicine, games, and more tell of customs common to Italian-Americans. But the authors have also taken pains to stress the importance of regional ties, detailing how customs vary among the Italian provinces, and how those differences have traveled to Italian-American communities as well. This collection of Italian folktales will teach readers the importance of caring, resourcefulness, and respect.
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Discover the rich cultural heritage of Italian-Americans with Italian-American Folklore, part of the American Folklore Series. This captivating book provides a diverting overview of the popular cultural baggage that Italian immigrants brought to America. With its roots in published research, fiction, and interviews, this work is both scholarly and highly entertaining.
Unlike the stereotypes often portrayed in fiction and film, Italian-American Folklore delves directly into the lives and experiences of Americans of Italian descent in urban and rural communities. Gain insights into the customs, traditions, and beliefs that have shaped the Italian-American identity.
The book covers a wide range of topics, including folk speech, superstitions, folk medicine, and games. Each chapter brings to life the customs that are common among Italian-Americans, but it also emphasizes the importance of regional ties. Readers will learn how customs vary among the Italian provinces and how these variations have traveled to Italian-American communities. The varying tales included in this collection reflect the importance of caring, resourcefulness, and respect in Italian culture.
If you have an interest in Italian-American heritage or simply want to explore a fascinating aspect of American folklore, Italian-American Folklore is a must-read. Immerse yourself in the stories and traditions of this vibrant community. Start your journey by grabbing a copy of Italian-American Folklore today!
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