Reviewed by Anthony Parente

The Golden Milestone: Over 2500 Years of Italian Contributions to Civilization, 2nd Edition, by Russell Esposito is an excellent reference book on Italian heritage. The book is divided into 22 chapters that cover such topics as art & architecture, culinary contributions, exploration, medicine, music and science & technology. Each chapter is well researched and contains only substantiated facts on the contributions made by Italians. You might be surprised to learn that many of the things we use today were developed by Italians. Did you know that the ice cream cone, parachute, piano, pretzel, telephone, telescope and even the condom where all invented by Italians? This is just a small sample and preview of what is in store for you as you learn more about the beautiful culture and heritage of Italy. What better way to learn more about our heritage and help dispel the negative stereotypes that plague Italians. I commend the author for his dedication, hard work and commitment to putting together such a comprehensive book.

After reading the first edition I was quoted as saying: "...a comprehensive book that just may be considered the bible of Italian culture and heritage." This second edition just enhances my statement of the first edition and continues to make The Golden Milestone a book that everyone should have in their library.

Find out for yourself by visiting your local bookstore or going online to Amazon.com and purchasing a copy of this book. The only way to help put an end to the negative stereotypes that plague Italians is for Italians to educate themselves on the vast contributions that have been made by Italians throughout history. Once we have this knowledge we can then begin to teach those around us who believe those negative stereotypes. This will slowly begin to put an end to the myths that continue to plague our culture and heritage.

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