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'Naples' is the definitive history of the
city in English. The city of Naples finds
its origins in Homer's tale of Ulysses and
the Sirens. The city has long attracted
visitors and foreign rulers, enticed
not only by its commercial possibilities
but also by the stunning beauty of its
natural setting on the eponymous bay,
and the many cultural delights on offer,
from the ruins of Pompeii to
glittering performances at the
San Carlo opera house. |
Naples was ruled by the French, Spanish,
Hungarians and Austrians before becoming part
of unified Italy in 1860. From the time of the
Grand Tour, the city has attracted travellers,
from Goethe to Nelson to Dickens to Neruda,
all eager to experience its legendary and seductive
charms. This sparkling guide will serve as an
ideal companion for visitors, and as a valuable
cultural resource for all those who seek to
expand their knowledge of the city or
proudly trace their roots to Naples.
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