Luigi Barzini, The Italians, 196 Quotes

A collection of quotes by Luigi Barzini, The Italians, 196.

Luigi Barzini was an Italian journalist and author, best known for his book "The Italians" published in 1964. Born in Milan in 1908, Barzini started his career as a correspondent for various Italian newspapers before becoming a contributing editor for The New York Times. His work focused on Italian society and culture, and "The Italians" provided an insightful exploration of the Italian national character and its impact on politics, identity, and daily life. Barzini's unique perspective and engaging writing style have made this book a seminal work in understanding Italy and its people.

Their smiles and laughter are due to their habit of thinking

Their smiles and laughter are due to their habit of thinking pleasurably aloud about the pleasures of life. They have humanity rather than humour, and the real significance of the distinction is seldom understood.

Luigi Barzini, The Italians, 196

Humanity