SICILY'S VILLAGE LIFE

Sicilian Village Life 1860-1920

Outline of the Paper

Introduction

A brief introduction has been provided regarding the topic, and explaining the structure and organization of the study.

History of Sicily from 1860-1920

Under this heading the history of Sicily will be described, in particular, the village life of Sicily at that time. The heading also describes Family and Familism at Sicily and Occupation and Social Class under separate heading.

Village Life at Sicily

This heading will highlight the village life at Sicily.

Traditions at Sicily

This heading will highlight the traditions at Sicily.

Conclusion

All the key point will be concluded in accordance with the subject of the study.

Sicilian Village Life 1860-1920

Introduction

Sicily is the highest island in the Mediterranean area and population, has been influenced by the many rulers who have passed on the ground. Because of the geographical location of Sicily, it has had a major role in the historical events that have played a key role in the Mediterranean peoples. The succession of various civilizations have enriched the Sicily urban settlements, monuments and relics of the past that make the region one of the privileged places where history can be relived through the images of the signs that the time has not touched and has been passed down today.

Sicily is truly a land of traditions. The tradition of the traditional Latin is the transmission of doctrines, legends, customs, and way of thinking or to act in the time from generation to generation. In Sicily, the traditions were extracted mostly from religious sources, but many of the tradition can also be found in popular beliefs (McCreary, 2006). They are also the fruit of a pluri-cultural heritage. These traditions are still followed today, which provide Sicily its unity and its strong personality.

History of Sicily from 1860-1920

There was a time when Italian immigrants crowded various cities of America; however, social scientist believed that the main reason was poor housing quality in Italy. This gives birth to the reformation, according to which Italy focused on improving housing condition throughout the country (Gabaccia, 1984). This introduced the notion of agro-town in the Sicily. Agro-towns are actually, small towns with population of around 20,000 people with economic dependence more on agriculture than any other factor. These towns are much better than the Tenements, as they offer better living as well as economic conditions. However, the immigrants to Elizabeth Street found their social ideals and started living a better life in the tenements of Elizabeth Street. The behavior of Sicilian people are described with contradictory views, some argues that Sicilians were familist, social, skillful person who accept social changes easily. On the other hand, some described Sicilian as fascist, who even doubt their neighbors and friends. The other school of thought also argues that Sicilian during 1880-1930 was not so familist and prefers to live in small groups rather than large families (Fabiano, 2009; Gabaccia, 1984).

The rural population of Sicily was moving from rural to urban areas in order to grow with the changing economy. Giuseppe Pitre, a folklorist, was interested in ...