Descrizione
RiV-SKF Officine di Villar Perosa (Stamperia Artistica Nazionale); 1970; Noisbn; Rilegato con titoli in oro al piatto e dorso, sovracoperta; 29,5 x 22 cm; pp. 397; Original title of the work, edited by “Centro Studi Piemontesi” of Turin: ” Vita e Cultura in Piemonte”. Translation by Sandra Pamela Grimshaw and María Celeste Monti. Original illustrations by Piero Garino. Illustration texts by Renzo Gandolfo. Foreword by Beppe Ellena. Notes on the Author by Giovanni Tabacco. XXVIII tavv. a col fuori testo.; Presenta leggeri segni d’uso ai bordi della sovracoperta (piccole imperfezioni), interno senza scritte, volume saldo, lievemente brunito; Buono, (come da foto). ; Piedmont, located in the western part of continental Italy, is home to many significant Alpine passes, such as the Simplon, Great St. Bernard, Little St. Bernard, Cénis, and Fréjus. Despite the natural barrier of the Alps, which Musset described as nature’s way of protecting Italy, these passes have historically been crucial communication routes between Italy and the rest of Europe. Thus, traveling through Piedmont was almost essential for foreign travelers, especially those from England, France, and Spain. Despite its importance as an entryway to Italy, Piedmont seems to have been considered of little significance in the writings and thoughts of travelers. This might be because the region was not regarded as a true part of Italy or because the greatest intellectuals, such as poets, artists, and thinkers, were eager to reach the main centers of Italian art, culture, and history. Francesco Cognasso’s work addresses these questions, highlighting two aspects of Piedmont’s identity: its participation in Italian culture and its strong connection to the civilizations beyond the Alps. ; L’immagine se disponibile, corrisponde alla copia in vendita.
