Review: Treasures for all seasons

Treasures of Malta 

Ed. Giovanni Bonello No. 84, Summer 2022 

Published by Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti 

Thirty years ago, the setting up of Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti was a most welcome initiative. It proposed a renaissance of sorts in the local cultural scene though some expressed doubts how long such a noble dream could survive on an island where so many high-flown projects are born to the triumphant sound of trumpets only to sink into the morass of lethargy and be duly forgotten. 

Fortunately, this was not the case with the Fondazzjoni which has not only survived but has grown from strength to strength enhancing a vision that had seemed too ambitious. Not only has it organised exhibitions that are cultural landmarks but has published volumes of researched works that will remain beacons of reference for decades to come. Not to mention its recent venture into podcasts. 

The 84 issues of its flagship publication Treasures of Malta published to date are yet another achievement that quarterly reminds us of the great heritage of this miniscule island. The editorial rightly celebrates its past successes and looks forward to several new initiatives in the pipeline. The present...