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Italy
Exploring more than 500 years of the country's history, Italy provides readers interested in modern Italy or European history with a greater understanding of Italy's past, from the Renaissance to the present. This guide presents the milestones in Italy's history in an interesting and readable way.
Italy's Primacy in Musical History
This remarkable revelatory reference work, written in a conversational style that is witty and fast-paced, argues that the Italian people did more for the development and propagation of music than any other people in the world. The book is filled with supporting data that prove this claim, showing that the first written music was an Italian creation, and that the vocabulary of music is primarily Italian. It also notes that the primary instruments were either devised or thoroughly improved by the Italians, the great musical forms, including the opera, ballet, operetta, and symphony, and that the great body of musical geniuses who were the early composers, musicians, conductors and vocalists were Italian. The book eventually closes with a telling of the great musical story to come out of the Italian-American communities.
Italy
Definitive cultural guide to monuments, museums and architectural and archological sites. Each book in the Heritage Guide series provides: dozens of full-color maps; color photographs and line drawings accompanying detailed and up-to-date text; travelers' information with selected addresses of museums, galleries, theaters, cultural institutions, stores for fine shopping, cafes and pastry shops; listings of accomodations and restaurants with quality ratings, price range, addresses and telephone and fax numbers. Special features in The Heritage Guide to Italy: detachable fold-out map of the entire country; 120 maps and plans of cities and historical sites; 80 driving tours with detailed maps; nearly 1000 desciptions of cities, towns, villages and landmarks.
The Nile Mosaic of Palestrina
The famous Nile Mosaic of Palestrina, ancient Praeneste in central Italy, dating to c. 100 B.C., is one of the earliest large mosaics which have been preserved from the classical world. It presents a unique, comprehensive picture of Egypt and Nubia. The interpretation of the mosaic is disputed, suggestions ranging from an exotic decoration to a topographical picture or a religious allegory. The present study demonstrates that the mosaic depicts rituals connected with Isis and Osiris and the yearly Nile flood. The presence of these Egyptian religious scenes at Praeneste can be explained by the assimilation of isis and Fortuna, the tutelary goddess of Praeneste, and by the interpretation of the mosaic as a symbol of divine providence.
Palestrina
The heart of this ancient city, hidden during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, came fully to light after it was bombed in World War II. Today Praeneste, known in modern times as Palestrina, is a fascinating mix of classical, medieval, and Renaissance streets, sites, and buildings, dominated by its 4th-century BC fortifications and above all by the 2nd-century BC sanctuary of Fortune. The two walks in this electronic book cover the city and its acropolis, touching on its legendary foundation by gods and Greeks, its innovations in classical architecture, its golden age and finally its demise as Rome grew powerful. Along the path, the legacy of the Colonna and the Barberini families serves to illustrate its troubled and violent history after the fall of the Empire.
The Allied Bombing of Central Italy
The Allied Bombing of Central Italy examines the results of the Second World War Allied bombing campaign on Palestrina and Rome, Italy, and the long-term impact of the war on the mountainside town and on the Barberini family's art collection including the Nile Mosaic. It explores the history and cultural significance of Palestrina, its strategic setting, the recovery of the town, the restoration of the Nile Mosaic, which remains the largest Egyptian-style mosaic extant. A unique aspect of the destruction was that it uncovered a pagan temple, the Sanctuary of Fortuna. The bombing destroyed the homes built on its terraces but revealed the ancient structure buried beneath which had remained uns...
The Madrigal
The Madrigal: A Research and Information Guide is the first comprehensive annotated bibliography of scholarship on virtually all aspects of madrigal composition, production, and consumption. It contains 1,237 entries for items in English, French, German, and Italian. Scholars, students, teachers, librarians, and performers now have access to this rich literature in a single volume.
Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary
Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary by Lester Hostetler is a comprehensive guide to the hymn collection used by the Mennonite church. The book provides historical context for each hymn, as well as explanations of the meanings and significance behind the lyrics. Hostetler's writing is scholarly and detailed, making this book an invaluable resource for those interested in Mennonite hymnody. The blend of music theory, religious studies, and cultural analysis sets this handbook apart, making it a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Mennonite hymnal. Hostetler's insightful commentary enriches the reader's appreciation of the hymns and offers a unique perspective on their spiritual and cultural relevance. Lester Hostetler, a respected Mennonite scholar, brings his expertise and passion for hymnology to this work. His dedication to preserving and interpreting the Mennonite hymnal shines through in his meticulous research and thoughtful analysis. With its wealth of information and thoughtful insights, Handbook to the Mennonite Hymnary is a must-have for scholars, musicians, and anyone interested in the history and significance of Mennonite hymnody.
