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I’ve just spent some time on your author page and looking through Lu Bummularu, and I want to say you’ve done a wonderful job. The concept immediately stood out to me. I especially loved the idea of framing each chapter with a poem, it’s a beautiful structural choice, and it gives the book a rhythm that feels both reflective and inviting. The blend of short story, poetry, and historical narrative is quite distinctive, and the illustrations add another layer that makes the reading experience feel very tactile and alive. The setting, too, is fascinating. Following Obelius from Megara Nisea to Selinunte, and anchoring the story around something as humble yet symbolic as the bummulu, feels like a very human way of entering ancient history. I really admired how the book brings the founding of Selinunte to life, not just as history, but as a lived dream, shaped by hope, labour, and community. It’s easy to imagine this being especially rewarding for readers who enjoy history but don’t wan...
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Lu Bummularu racconta Selinunte" (The Potter tells us the story of Selinunte) is a well-regarded historical fiction book by Rocco Spanò, praised for its engaging storytelling, educational value, and unique structure that blends prose, poetry, and illustrations. General Impression The book has received positive reviews on platforms like Goodreads and Amazon, with many readers giving it high ratings. Readers describe it as a delightful and informative read that is captivating and emotionally transportive. Key Themes and Features Historical Fiction: The story is set in 628 B.C. during the glorious Greek period in Selinunte, following the journey of a young craftsman named Obelius and his community as they found a new colony in Sicily. Educational Value: The book is highlighted as a great resource for students and those interested in learning about ancient Greek history, Sicilian traditions, and even improving their Italian language skills. Unique Structure: Each chapter is intro...
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New review from the USA

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sureshot 5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and educational Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2025 Format: Kindle This is an interesting book. It tells about a man and a society from a long time ago. It's likely to appeal to people interested in ancient Greek culture. It would also make a good book to read and report a for a high-school student. The story is well written and easy to follow. You're likely to learn something about ancient Greek culture. I recommend it for high school students and history buffs.
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Great review from the USA

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Calix Mentis 5.0 out of 5 stars Verified Purchase Lu Bummularu Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2025 Format: Kindle Rocco Spanò’s Lu Bummularu is a work of historical fiction that uniquely combines poetry, art, and cultural heritage. The story centers on the young potter Obelius and his journey from Greece to Sicily in 628 B.C. The author, through Obelius’s perspective, shows both individual effort and the birth of a civilization. With its compelling narrative that reflects the enduring power of cultural roots, solidarity, and human labor, I definitely recommend this book to history and culture enthusiasts, as well as to those who enjoy art and poetry.
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A great review for my English edition book

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Garima Bais 5.0 out of 5 stars Verified Purchase Fascinating and entertaining book Reviewed in India on 24 September 2025 I really enjoyed this book as it’s different from anything I’ve read before. Each chapter starts with a short poem, and the illustrations make the story even more engaging. The mix of history, fiction, and culture brings ancient Greece and Sicily to life in such a vivid way. It’s also perfect for language learners since the writing is clear, rich in vocabulary, and easy to follow. You can read a little at a time or all at once. A fascinating story overall.
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AmAc 4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting historical fiction Reviewed in Canada on September 18, 2025 Unique historical fiction story about ancient Greece. Begins with Obelius and his parent's journey from Greece to Sicily to the settlement of their new land from building temples to harvesting olive trees. Includes details of ancient greek life from the food they ate, clothing and footwear, everyday tasks, games and toys to occupations from farmers, stone masons and artisans, as well as, the tools and livestock used. It touches on customs from the communal baths and markets to the struggles they faced with illness, death and conflicts. Interesting details of Obelius's craft creating everything from practical jugs and bowls to hand painted decorative ceramics and the Bummulu. Enjoyed the ancient legends of Greek Gods and sacred ceremonies told throughout.
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New review for my English book from Germany

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Learning through tales Reviewed in Germany on 10 September 2025 This book has an interesting approach, presenting a simple tale about setting up an Ancient Greek colony. It's not a story with a plot and twists, and neither one that's artistically written, but rather a collection of everyday events that presents different ancient customs, legends, labours, activities and so on. They are all placed into context through the story, which is nice.
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