HOW TO BE ITALIAN (SMITH STREET)

‘Italian’ is as evocative a word as any, but what does it really mean? The answer is a lifestyle that many envy, from one of the world’s most beloved countries. This book is a celebration of what it means to be from Italy - an education in drinking to savour the moment, travelling indulgently, and dolce far niente - the sweetness of doing nothing. From the innovation of Italian fashion and design, the golden age of its cinema, the Roman Empire’s cultural echoes, and some very good espresso, take a dip into the Italian psyche and learn to eat, love, dress, think and have fun as only Italia can.