Italian Education

by Tim Parks

Release Date: 01 September, 1996

Edition: Paperback

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A Fascinating Glimpse into Italy's family culture

"An Italian Education" will not only appeal to Italophiles but also to parents who will enjoy the author's vivid descriptions of family life in another country. Its actually a two country comparative study of family life, Italy, the book's setting and Parks' England. The comparisons are thoughtful and often hilarious, particularly the two country's different attitudes on school, religion, medicine and a day at the beach.

Parks' wit and dry British humor make this a very enjoyable and fast read. The author use his family as the vehicle to introduce the reader on how Italy raises its children. After reading Parks lovely descriptions of the idiosyncrasies of modern day Italy, I am still unable to discern how much Parks actually admires about how Italy raises its youth.

A delightful read

In a very readable and delightful book, Tim Parks manages to capture to quintessential family life surrounding children growing up in Italy - trust me I was one of them !! Life at home, at school and at the summer seaside, are all affectionately captured by the author, as are the personal relationships with family, friends and neighbours. This is a book that everybody will enjoy, particularly touching and bringing back memories to those of us that grew up in Italy.