Heritage Italian-American Style

By Leon J. Radomile

1,492 questions and answers for Italians (and those who wish they were) on the significant contributions Italians and Italian-Americans have made to the world in the following categories: Food, Music,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0967532906
• ISBN13: 9780967532905
• Release Date: November 1999
• Publisher: Vincero Enterprises
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

A++ From AMICI Magazine!

When the family gets together either at home or for an outdoor picnic, we whip out our copy of "Heritage Italian-American Style!" We have a blast with this jam-packed collection of both recognized and some not-so-well-known contributions that Italians have made to better the world. Invariable, the teens and young adults chime in to test their own knowledge of their culture and are often surprised to discover in the process of "playing" a game...just how much fun learning can be! Especially, when you're learning about why we should be proud to be Italian!! The old timers are equally entertained while being secretly educated at the same time!! As editor of AMICI Magazine, the largest Italian-American Magazine west of Ohio, I am inundated with requests to review Italian books. Leon's book is one of the few I couldn't put down. It made me think. It made me laugh. It made me proud...or prouDER, should say!!I can tell you one the cultural tragedies of our time is that we're literally forgetting to keep our kids Italian. As silly as that sounds, the truth is many families today understandably marry outside of the culture or simply live life in fast lane and overlook the importance of story telling, carrying on Italian traditions and keeping ourselves informed about our culture. Books like Heritage Italian-American Style truly keep our heritage alive!Once you get your own copy, you'll see why you feel inclined to buy several for your family and friends!

A Challenging Reflection

Radomile's presentation on Italian-American culture is a warm reflection on what has often been demeaned, or misrepresented in the press, or totally lacking in book form. I found so much information, in such a easily obtainable manner that I could not put this outstanding presentation down until I literally devoured its contents. A must read for all Italianophiles. Sincerely, A.H. Angelini

I wish that I were Italian...

Heritage Italian-American style is a fun and imformative book for all ages. Leon's use of the question/answer format and choice of interesting and often times obscure facts makes this an addictive and entertaining book, no matter what your ethnic background. Thank you Leon!

Heritage Italian-American Style

My friend showed me this book, and even though I am not Italian, just like the subtitle says, I wished I was after reading it. This is really interesting stuff, and I couldn't put it down. I must say, the world would be a much more boring and less wonderful place without all the contributions Italians have made. This is a fun book to read and I will be giving copies as gifts to my Italian friends next Christmas! Good job Leon!

More than "just the facts".

A wonderful book packed with information and references to expand your insights into the Italian/American contribution. A book you will be more apt to give than loan (you may not get it back) and you will definitely want to go to Italy! I look forward to the next edition.