Easter In Sicily
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Herbert Kubly
Binding: Hardback
Published: GOLLANCZ, 1956
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: significant tanning and moulding of external dust cover and page spine with some tears; internal pages tanned, in otherwise good condition
This evocative travelogue, Easter In Sicily, chronicles a vibrant journey through the heart of Sicilian traditions during its most sacred season. The narrative uncovers the island's rich history and its people's enduring spirit, presenting a vivid tapestry of ancient rituals and contemporary life. Kubly illustrates the unique blend of religious fervor and pagan echoes that define Sicilian Easter celebrations, detailing the dramatic processions and intimate family gatherings. Readers will find themselves immersed in the sights, sounds, and flavors of a culture deeply rooted in its past, offering a profound understanding of this Mediterranean gem.
Author: Herbert Kubly
Binding: Hardback
Published: GOLLANCZ, 1956
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: significant tanning and moulding of external dust cover and page spine with some tears; internal pages tanned, in otherwise good condition
This evocative travelogue, Easter In Sicily, chronicles a vibrant journey through the heart of Sicilian traditions during its most sacred season. The narrative uncovers the island's rich history and its people's enduring spirit, presenting a vivid tapestry of ancient rituals and contemporary life. Kubly illustrates the unique blend of religious fervor and pagan echoes that define Sicilian Easter celebrations, detailing the dramatic processions and intimate family gatherings. Readers will find themselves immersed in the sights, sounds, and flavors of a culture deeply rooted in its past, offering a profound understanding of this Mediterranean gem.