When driving through the Italian countryside near where the region of Lazio meets the region of Campania, it is impossible to miss the beautifully imposing structure of the Monastery of Monte Cassino gracing the skyline. What you might not know when looking at this architectural masterpiece is that …
IAP 135: Le Belle Lingue – Dialects, Regional Languages, and Italian American English, Part 2
If any language proves that there’s room at the linguistic table for everyone... it’s Italian! This week, we continue our examination of the languages of Italy as we take a closer look at her many Regional Languages and Dialects, including the unique blend of Italian and English spoken by Italian …
IAP 134: Le Belle Lingue – Language, History, and Identity in Italy and the Italian Diaspora, Part 1
It’s often said that language is the living history of a people, and the Italian language has had a very exciting life! In this week’s episode, we dive into the history of the Italian language, from its Latin roots to its standardization straight through to its evolution into the languages of …