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An Italian Education (Paperback)

by Tim Parks (Author)
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  • Paperback: 464 pages
  • Publisher: Vintage; New Ed edition (3 May 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0099286963
  • ISBN-13: 978-0099286967
  • Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 13 x 3.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 126,887 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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How does an Italian become Italian? Or an Englishman English, for that matter? Are foreigners born, or made? In this irresistible sequel to his bestselling Italian Neighbours, Tim Parks focuses on his own young children in the small village near Verona where he lives, building a fascinating picture of the contemporary Italian family at school, at home, at work and at play. The result is a delight: at once a family book and a travel book, not quite enamoured with either children or Italy, but always affectionate, always amused and always amusing.

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent sequel to Italian Neighbours, 2 Dec 2001
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An Italian Education is an excellent sequel to Italian Neighbours. The subject matter this time is Parks's young family. Parks's 2 children, who he writes about with great fondness, are his primary source of anecdotes and observations. The writer's daughter, Stefi, is the star character in this book. She is depicted as cute and full of pluck.

Like the first book, this book is funny and perceptive; and the writing is a treat. Parks is an accomplished story-teller and very skilful at writing about characters and situations. He has a rare ability to get to the essence of things with minimal fuss. As I am also a foreigner living in Italy, I could relate very strongly to the stories in this book and my understanding of Italy and the Italians has certainly been enhanced by Parks's sharp observations.

A most satisfying and enjoyable book indeed.

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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful read, 11 Oct 2001
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.
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11 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb insight into the Italian psyche, 7 Mar 2000
This review is from: An Italian Education (Paperback)
I have been married to an italian living in the UK for 14 years, and this book has explained an awfull lot! It gives a superb insight into the Italian psyche, and how it is created. Tim park's observations and conclusions are often hilarious as well. A great read.
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4.0 out of 5 stars An Englishman abroad
There's a lot of over-sentimentalised books written about life in Italy, and this is far from being one of them. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Lex

5.0 out of 5 stars an excellent follow on!
Thiis is an excellent follow on from Italian Neighbours. Parks write with a great love not only of his children (naturally) growing up in italy but of italy itself, its quirks,... Read more
Published 2 months ago

1.0 out of 5 stars SORRY. JUST RUBBISH.
I PUT THIS BOOK DOWN AFTER 30 PAGES ,IT WAS PUTTING ME TO SLEEP. I REALLY ENJOY GOOD READS ON LIFE IN ITALY, BUT THIS WAS JUST RUBBISH.
Published 15 months ago by MOD.

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