Présentation de l'éditeur
Language often reflects the psyche of a nation, this is especially true in Italy, where words are the most common music and gestures the most frequent dance."Italian, It's All Greek to Me" is an engaging and entertaining volume that takes readers on a leisurely roam through Italian culture, straight to the heart of its language - famed for its expression, stinging wit, and generous humour. Filled with amusing anecdotes and vignettes, it reveals a country where beauty is nourishment and food is art, and proves that laughter is a surefire antidote to culture shock and language is the most effective window through which to see the world.It provides a witty and insightful stroll through the delights of Italian culture and language.
Biographie de l'auteur
Linda Falcone comes from a bilingual family with an Italian mother and American father. She currently lives and teaches in Florence, Italy.
