"Postcolonial Italy" is an interdisciplinary academic book that explores the emerging field of postcolonial studies in Italy. It brings together various disciplines, including cultural and social history, critical and political theory, as well as literary and film analyses. The book also provides insights into ethnomusicological and cultural studies, along with anthropological field research. Topics such as race, gender, diaspora, and urban studies are comprehensively addressed, making it a valuable resource for students and researchers in these areas. The author, Cristina Lombardi-Diop, contributes her expertise to illuminate the complex relationships between colonial history and contemporary Italian culture. With 320 pages, the book offers a well-founded analysis and encourages critical engagement with the topics discussed.