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Italian-American Folklore
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Italian-American Folklore Paperback - 1993

by Frances M. Malpezzi; William M. Clements

Though much has been written about Italian Americans--one of the largest ethnic groups in the U.S.--in popular fiction and film, many of the images are based on stereotypes not borne out among the assimilated population. This book draws its material directly from Americans of Italian descent in both urban and rural communities, detailing how customs vary among the Italian provinces, and more. 30 photographs. Bibliography and index.


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Based on published research, fiction and interviews, this work offers a diverting overview of the popular cultural baggagethat Italian immigrants brought to America. -Publishers WeeklyItalian-Americans compose one of the largest ethnic groups in the United States. Though they have often been portrayed in fiction and film, many of these images are based on stereotypes not borne out among the immigrant and assimilated population. Italian-American Folklore draws its material directly from Americans of Italian descent in both urban and rural communities. The result is a book that, while strongly anchored in scholarship, is readable, entertaining, and illuminating. Chapters on folk speech, superstitions, folk medicine, games, and more tell of customs common to Italian-Americans. But the authors have also taken pains to stress the importance of regional ties, detailing how customs vary among the Italian provinces, and how those differences have traveled to Italian-American communities as well. This collection of Italian folktales will teach readers the importance of caring, resourcefulness and respect.

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  • Title Italian-American Folklore
  • Author Frances M. Malpezzi; William M. Clements
  • Binding Paperback
  • Pages 304
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher August House Publishers, Little Rock, AK
  • Date October 25, 1993
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Glossary, Illustrated, Index
  • ISBN 9780874835335 / 087483533X
  • Weight 0.96 lbs (0.44 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.49 x 5.5 x 0.88 in (21.56 x 13.97 x 2.24 cm)
  • Reading level 1300
  • Themes
    • Ethnic Orientation: Italian
  • Library of Congress subjects Italian Americans - Social life and customs, Italian Americans - Folklore
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 92019214
  • Dewey Decimal Code 398.089

About the author

Lillian Morrison Bio: As the coordinator of young adult services at the New York Public Library, Lillian Morrison collected rhymes and chants from her young patrons that she later compiled into anthologies. Morrison also edited a collection of folk sayings, I Scream, You Scream: A Feast of Food Rhymes. A School Library Journal reviewer wrote that the book,"has the tone of something that really is for kids, who all know the magic of a good, loud chant. Put a copy on your shelf, then put your ear to the window at recess, and see if you don't hear some of these short verses rising up from the chaos of the schoolyard." "Lillian Morrison's contributions to the world of children's literature and librarianship were many," said Ellen Ruffin, curator of the de Grummond Collection at University of Southern Mississippi, where Morrison's papers are housed. "She spent more than forty years as a librarian and wrote children's poetry books, an unusual combination of both a writer and a practitioner - proof positive of her commitment to children and books." Her dedication to library services for children led to her receiving the ALA Grolier Award for her contributions in stimulating the interest of young readers. Nancy Dunaway Bio: Nancy Dunaway's work is a reflection of her life: very eclectic, a curious combination of objects often inspired by a glimpse of something natural and then taking a leap somewhere else. She has a very spiritual side and her work always reflects that component as well. She likes to think that her work tells stories of her journey along the path. Although her art is very specific to her life, she hopes that it connects with her audience to touch their life stories as well. She works in a variety of media and loves to explore the unique attributes of each form. Making her art is a dialogue between her, the process and the materials. She begins with a loose notion, then puts a mark or an image on canvas or paper. She gathers materials to assemble, and then, they guide her where to go next. As a result, her work is filled with a constant dialogue and surprises along the way.
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