Born in Tuscany, I currently live in the USA but spend as much time as possible back home in Lunigiana. I have held a life-long interest in the study of history and hold an A.B., M.A., and PhD in modern history with particular focus on Italy, Europe, the U.S. and modern Latin America. Additionally, I am interested in Criminal Justice studies and hold an M.A. in Criminology. I am also an attorney (USA) and I belong to the Illinois bar and New York bar.