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Manzini's Elp: The Art of Baring the Soul

In 'Elp' by Antonio Manzini, sarcasm and introspection blend, unraveling the complexities of the human soul. Intrigues and Laughter in an Upside-Down World Dive into the bizarre universe of Antonio Ma...

Libri Recensioni

Feb 29, 2024

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Reviews

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Presocratic Naturalism: When 'Everything is Water' Just Doesn't Cut It for Explaining the Universe

Dive In (Literally, Think Thales) to the Insufficiency of Presocratic Naturalism to Grasp Being. An Ironic Journey into Philosophy that'll make you say: 'Did they really think that?' When Presocratic ...

Anno III Filosofia Filosofia antica

Feb 28, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Books and Mysteries: The Incredible Adventure of the Ancient Cascianelli Bookstore

In a tiny alley in Rome, the Ancient Cascianelli Bookstore awaits, a realm where each book has its own story to tell. Aladdin's Hidden Cave Imagine strolling through Rome, munching on pizza and lickin...

Feb 27, 2024

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Sights

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Charlemagne: the Craftsman of Medieval Europe

Believe It or Not: Charlemagne, the Dude Who Redrew Europe's Map Without Even a GPS. An Emperor Beyond Legend: Charlemagne and His Times Picture a guy who seems like a mash-up between a snooze-fest hi...

Anno III Storia Storia medievale

Feb 26, 2024

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History

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Ada d'Adamo: More Revolutionary Than a Chocolate-Only Diet.

With 'Like Thin Air', Ada D'Adamo achieves what not even your extra-strong morning coffee can: keep you awake and hooked. A plot so gripping you might want to marry it The plot of 'Like Thin Air', oh ...

Libri Recensioni

Feb 23, 2024

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Reviews

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Sophists: Word Wizards or Ancient Con Artists?

Ever thought of the sophists as history's first spin doctors? This quick overview takes you right into the heart of their contentious world. Welcome to the Sophists' Circus: Word Artists or Philosophi...

Feb 22, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

The Ancient Pharmacy of Rome: More History, Fewer Tourists, Please!

Join me on a sarcastic journey to the Ancient Pharmacy of Santa Maria della Scala, where history meets irony in Rome. Where the Ancient Meets the Sarcastic In the beating heart of Rome, where tourists...

Luoghi da visitare Roma

Feb 21, 2024

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Sights

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Longobards: warriors with a cringe-worthy haircut and an empire to build

A Time-Traveling Adventure in the Shoes of a Lombard. Spoiler: It's Not Just Iron Pills and Looting! When the Lombards Were More Than Just a Lousy Soccer Team Ah, the Lombards! That bunch everyone rem...

Anno III Storia Storia medievale

Feb 20, 2024

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History

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Napoleon, the Great? More Like the Great Lover than Warrior!

Ridley Scott's Napoleon: Less Battles, More Heartbeats! A Peek at the Softer Side of the Commander in a No-Holds-Barred Review! The Card Director: Ridley Scott, a maestro of visuals, but this time may...

Film Recensioni Storia

Feb 19, 2024

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Reviews

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Three Bowls: A Book That’s a Full Plate… of Humanity!

In 'Three Bowls' by Michela Murgia, You'll Find More Humanity Than a Family Reunion. Read My Review to Find Out if It's Worth Adding to Your Gastronomic Library. Cooking Up Philosophy: Savoring 'Three...

Libri Recensioni

Feb 16, 2024

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homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Presocratic Atomism: Science Before Selfies!

Dive into Presocratic Atomism: A Hilarious Adventure with Philosophers Playing Hide and Seek with the Invisible. Before Science Got Boring: The Joy of Atomism Ah, Presocratic Atomism! Step back in tim...

Anno III Filosofia Filosofia antica

Feb 15, 2024

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Philosophy

homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Islam and the Arab Empire: A Historical Adventure Not Exactly for the Bored

Ever wondered how Islam started making its mark on the world? Well, here's a time-travel trip to unveil its mysteries. It was a dark and stormy night... wait, scratch that, it was the desert. So, my f...

Anno III Storia Storia medievale

Feb 12, 2024

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History

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