<p> <strong>Discover the prodigious global influence of <em>il bel paese</em> in this star-studded retelling of Italy's past--from a foremost author of historic Italy. The Shortest History books deliver thousands of years of history in one riveting, fast-paced read.</strong> </p><p> <strong>"Each page brims with Bill Bryson-like trivia that is sure to delight."--<em>Booklist</em>, starred review</strong> </p>
