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This compelling guide uncovers the island's multi-faceted personality through famous literary figures.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations Acknowledgements Map Introduction 1 Palermo and Surroundings: Peeling the Onion 2 The Tyrrhenian Coast: Castles in the Air 3 Messina, Taormina and the North-East Coast: A Playground for the Literati 4 Catania and Mount Etna: Under the Shadow of the Volcano 5 Syracuse and the South-East: The Sybaritic South 6 Agrigento and the South Coast: Sulphur Spirits and Greek Temples 7 Enna and the Interior: Sicily’s Bread Basket 8 Trapani and the West: Salt, Wine and the Misty Goddess Author Profiles Chronology Select Bibliography Index

About the Author

Andrew Edwards is a librarian, translator and freelance writer. He has translated two books by the Spanish author Alejandro Luque, written articles for The Linguist magazine and also had translations published in Mirator and the Medieval History journal. Suzanne Edwards is a linguistics graduate and lecturer. Between her and Andrew, they have written widely on Sicily, its food, culture and literature.

Reviews

...a wonderful text on the literary diversity of the island.
*Conde Nast Traveller*

Sicily: A Literary Guide for Travellers takes you into Sicily’s real personality, with fascinating insights into the character, history and culture of this enigmatic island. And it’s also one hell of a reading list!
*Sicily Inside & Out*