Lu Bummulu Racconta Selinunte 628. A.C.

Loved it Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2025 A touching and beautifully illustrated journey through ancient Sicily Lu Bummularu racconta Selinos is a poetic and heartfelt story that blends history, adventure, and art. Through the eyes of young Obelius, a talented potter, we follow the journey of Greek settlers as they found the city of Selinunte. Each chapter begins with a moving poem in Sicilian and Italian, setting the emotional tone of the story. The combination of historical detail, colorful illustrations, and lyrical writing makes this book both educational and enjoyable. It's a perfect read for anyone curious about Sicily’s past, especially its Greek roots. A lovely tribute to tradition, resilience, and craftsmanship.

A touching and beautifully illustrated journey through ancient Sicily Lu Bummularu racconta Selinos is a poetic and moving story that blends history, adventure, and art. Through the eyes of young Obelius, a talented ceramist, we follow the journey of the Greek colonists as they discover the city of Selinunte. Each chapter begins with a touching poem in Sicilian and Italian, which sets the emotional tone of the story. The combination of historical details, colorful illustrations, and lyrical writing makes this book both informative and enjoyable. It's a perfect read for anyone curious about Sicily's past, especially its Greek roots. A delightful tribute to tradition, resilience, and craftsmanship.

An intriguing and interesting premise — but the book would shine brighter with a good edit! Vanessa Edwords 5 stars Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 July 2025 This book, "Lu Bummularu" The potter tells us the story of Selinunte 628 B.C., has an intriguing and interesting premise — a slice of early Sicilian history is seen through the lens of a young craftsman and the artisanal pottery product he makes, a ‘bummulu’ or vase. Or perhaps ‘jar’ would be a more natural translation … which bring me to one of my criticisms. But first, the positives. "Lu Bummularu" does what it says on the tin (or jar …) and traces a rich narrative around the founding of the Greek city Selinunte in Sicily, described by the young Obelius whose family sail from Megara Nisea in Greece to launch a new city-state. The journey — both literal and metaphorical — is vividly described with much information on many topics from olive harvesting to quarrying to rubbish collection. The narrativ...