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Modern Italy: A Political History
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This History Of Modern Italy Began In March 1861 When Count Camillo Cavour Proclaimed A United Italian Kingdom With The Goal Of Creating A Prosperous, Liberal New Power In Europe. For A Country Whose Ancient Heritage Had Placed It At The Center Of Western Culture, This Late Entry Into Nationhood And Rapid Reach For Power Would Bring Frequent Crisis. In This Fully Revised Edition Of His Classic History Of The Country, Denis Mack Smith Provides A Complete And Engaging Narrative Of The Fate Of Italy From Risorgimento To The Present.For Sixty Years After 1861 Italy Was Governed By A Liberal Oligarchy Under A Parliamentary Constitution. Italy Chose The Winning Side In The First World War, But The Enormous Costs Of Victory Revealed Social Tensions And Constitutional Weaknesses That Prepared The Way, After 1920, For Europe'S First Fascist Dictatorship.After The Painful Civil War That Followed World War Ii, Italy Rediscovered Liberal Democracy, And Under A New Republican Regime Became One Of The Major Industrialized Countries Of The World.First Published In 1958 As Italy: A Modern History, The Book Has Been Substantially Rewritten With A New Section On The Period After 1945, A New Bibliography, New Maps, And Updated Factual Appendices. Stylish, Clearly Written, Deeply Informed And Often Controversial, It Remains The Definitive Account For Anyone Interested In Modern Italy.. . . An Extraordinarily Good And Concise Introduction To The Scandals That Almost Destroyed The Italian Republic. Alexander Degrand, North Carolina State UniversityNo One Will Be Surprised That In This New Edition Mack Smith Recounts The Recent History Of The Republic Up To 1996 With The Same Shrewd Authorial Eye, Both Distant And Perceptive, The Deep Knowledge, And The Skill That Made The Older Edition Of This Book A Classic. Raymond Grew, University Of Michigandenis Mack Smith Is A Fellow Of The British Academy And Wolfson College, Oxford, And A Foreign Member Of The American Academy Of Arts And Sciences. He Has Been Awarded A Dozen Literary Prizes In Italy And Is A Commendatore Of The Italian Order Of Merit. Among His Recent Books Are Italy And Its Monarchy (1989) And Mazzini (1994).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Modern Italy: A Political History'? A: 'Modern Italy: A Political History' covers the political evolution of Italy from its unification in 1861 to contemporary times, detailing significant events such as the rise of fascism and the establishment of a republic after World War II.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Modern Italy: A Political History' is Denis Mack Smith, a recognized historian and Fellow of the British Academy.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Modern Italy: A Political History' was published on October 13, 1997.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 522 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Modern Italy: A Political History' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic use as it provides a comprehensive and well-researched narrative of Italy's political history, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars.
- Q: Does this edition include updated information? A: Yes, the revised edition includes a new section on the period after 1945, updated maps, and a new bibliography.
- Q: What kind of reviews has the book received? A: The book has received positive reviews, highlighting its engaging narrative and thorough analysis of Italy's political landscape.
- Q: Is there any additional content in this edition compared to the first? A: This edition has been substantially rewritten, featuring additional sections and updated factual appendices compared to the original publication in 1958.
- Q: What subjects does the book cover in relation to Italy's history? A: The book covers various subjects such as the Risorgimento, the impact of World War I, the rise of fascism, and Italy's transition to a modern democratic state.