In the article Sicily by Jane Vessels, the author takes a look at this island, the Sicilians, its customs and places like Corleone or Regaleali.
Specifically, in these paragraphs he focuses on Palermo. The author asserts that Palermo is an example of what could happen to a place when nobody protects it. The city of Palermo, like he observes, is totally ruined by the Mafia corruption.
Furthermore, Vessels describes the environment of the city, its location, its buildings and markets, plenty of the island's products. The author tells of different anecdotes that he experiences while walking around the urban sprawl to illustrate Palermo and the Sicilians, who are so peculiar, with their shouts and insults.
In conclusion, the author shows in these paragraphs a city immersed in chaos, ruin and corruption, due to the conspiracy between the Mafia and the government.
I didn't know about this situation in Palermo. I am sure that strolling on its streets with someone insulting you would be an interesting experience. At least you could live the authentic Palermo life.
ReplyDeleteI have never been to Sicily, but have been dying to go to the beaches there- however, the mafia is alive and well there and it is such a terrible organization... their corruption is long-standing and deeply rooted in the society...
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