Discussion: Sicily: An Island at the Crossroads of History

Author: John Julius Norwich

Description: Sicily: An Island at the Crossroads of History chronicles Sicily's rich and turbulent history, from its ancient Greek and Roman roots to its role as a cultural and strategic hub under Phoenician, Byzantine, Arab, Norman, and later European influences. Norwich explores how Sicily's unique position in the Mediterranean shaped its diverse heritage, marked by conquests, cultural blending, and enduring legacy.

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