Publisher's Synopsis
Conceived for the celebrations of the 150th anniversary of Italian unification, this volume offers a rich and detailed overview on the art of central Sicily from the mid 19th century until today, focusing on an area which lies between the provinces of Enna and Caltanissetta. Many credited scholars dedicated their essays to various aspects of art, from painting to architecture through cinema, theater, fashion and lifestyle, thus giving strong evidence of a varied and lively cultural background.