Francesco Erbani's book challenges stereotypes about Italian suburbs
Francesco Erbani's 2021 publication, 'Dove ricomincia la città. L’Italia delle periferie,' challenges the prevalent negative stereotypes surrounding Italian suburbs. Released by Manni Editori, the book takes an investigative approach, showcasing these areas as vibrant and diverse communities rather than merely crime-ridden locales. Erbani delves into the historical and political factors shaping these neighborhoods, discussing speculative real estate practices. He also spotlights grassroots initiatives like Laboratorio di Città in Corviale and 'Trame di Quartiere' in San Berillo, aimed at addressing educational deficiencies and social isolation. The work concludes with a thought-provoking quote from Don Milani on collective action.
Key facts
- Francesco Erbani's book 'Dove ricomincia la città' was published in 2021 by Manni Editori.
- The book challenges stereotypes about Italian suburbs as places of discomfort, violence, and illegality.
- Erbani uses data and statistics to overturn prejudices and presents a counter-narrative to media portrayals.
- The first part offers a historical-political overview of suburbs since the mid-20th century.
- The book features case studies including Laboratorio di Città in Corviale, 'Trame di Quartiere' in San Berillo (Catania), 'il Rivolta' in Marghera, 'Bagni pubblici' in via Agliè (Turin), and associations in Scampia.
- These initiatives involve professionals activating legal watchtowers, social services, cultural services, and solidarity cohabitations.
- The book aims to combat educational poverty and social exclusion, promoting citizenship rights.
- The book ends with a quote from Don Milani: 'Sortirne tutti insieme è politica. Sortirne da soli è avarizia.'
Entities
Artists
- Francesco Erbani
- Don Milani
- Silvia Mascheroni
Institutions
- Manni Editori
- Laboratorio di Città
- Trame di Quartiere
- il Rivolta
- Bagni pubblici
- Artribune
Locations
- Corviale
- San Berillo
- Catania
- Marghera
- via Agliè
- Turin
- Scampia
- San Cesareo di Lecce
- Italy