In the Shadow of Vesuvius: A Cultural History of Naples
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This is a sparkling portrait of Naples, and the definitive companion for anyone seeking to delve beneath its surface.
Naples is an Italian city like no other. Drama and darkness are often associated with the city, which rests beneath active Mount Vesuvius and is the home of the Camorra - its version of the mafia. But beyond this, Naples reveals itself to be one of the most historically and culturally vibrant cities in Europe. From its origins in Homer's Odyssey and its founding nearly 3,000 ...






















