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by Stefania Munzi (Author), Stefania Munzi (Illustrator)
"Wooster Square represents so many things that make our city special: a rich history and character, amazing architecture and buildings, world-class restaurants and food, and strong community bonds that bind us together-like those demonstrated in the legacy of our city's Italian American immigrants. Stefania Munzi captures so much of this with her artistry and clever rhymes." - The Honorable Justin Elicker, Mayor of New Haven
"This illustrated story of the Wooster square neighborhood by artist Stefania Munzi is both charming and quite poignant. It brings many of my personal memories immediately to mind. The many times I spent on Wooster Square with my grandfather, and the strong sense of security and unity in that community that was always present whenever I was there." - Marc-Anthony Massaro, Sculptor "Indicando la via al Futuro,"
"Very special paintings capture the people and places of a very special part of my old hometown. It's like seeing them for the first time. This lovely book makes me proud of my roots!" - Paul Giamatti, actor and native son of New Haven
"C'era Una Volta in Wooster Square is a beautiful book and a great read. Made me hungry for a slice of pizza and a cannoli from Pepe's" - Steve Schirippa, actor The Sopranos
"Stefania's book is a beautiful tribute to Wooster Square and the people and places that make it so special. She draws our community as I know it-full of warmth, light, and deep Italian roots!" - Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03)
A reflection of the culture and history of Wooster Square in watercolors. Get apizza from Pepe's or Sally's. Visit Lucibello and Libby's for the pastry, and enjoy the annual Festa under the cherry blossoms! This collection of watercolors of famous landmarks around Wooster Square, New Haven's Little Italy, is an homage to the Italian-American immigrants that helped build New Haven and continue to be a vital part of the city's culture! The perfect gift for your Italian family or your Connecticut history buff.
Inside find illustrations of Frank Pepe's Pizzeria, Sally's Apizza, Tre Scalina, Lucibello's Italian Pastry Shop, Libby's Italian Pastry Shop, St. Michael's Catholic Church, The St. Andrew effigy, Luisa and Rosa DeLauro, the famous cherry blossoms and more!
