The History of Murano Glass

This article focuses on the efforts of glassmaking artisans of Venice and how the production of the glass was moved to Murano. Today, this glass is highly collectible.

Submitted By Mary M. Alward

Italian Baroque Composers: Domenico Scarlatti

The Italian Baroque era ushered in a string of brilliant composers. Ranking high among them was Domenico Scarlatti.

Submitted By mayc00p

The Intriguing Life of Vittorio Alfieri: Italian Dramatist and Poet
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Vittorio Alfieri lived a life that some would deem controversial, but in his lifetime he produced some of the most famous Italian tragedies of all time, many of which are still staged today in Italian theater. Alfieris work sparked a revolutionist movement in Italy, and affected the direction of modern Italian literature.

Submitted By Elizabeth Walling

Gucci - Bringing Italian Fashion to the World, One Handbag at a Time

The history of the House of Gucci, from 1906 to today.

Submitted By Carrie Grosvenor

Great Italian Writers: Dante Alighieri

Dante Alighieri, writer of The Divine Comedy has been a classic in literature for centuries. Dante lived in a time when Italy was struggling to uncover its identity and it was these times that influenced Dantes writing. This essay documents his life and gives a brief description of The Divine Comedy as well.

Submitted By Volitar

How Not to Learn the Italian Language

A first person experience about learning all the key Italian phrases, and not learning a single response.

Submitted By mayc00p