Italy
Subtitle: from revolution to republic, 1700 to the present
By: Spencer M. Di Scala.
Edition: 4th ed.
Publisher: Westview Press
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Boulder, Colo
Language: eng
Number of pages: 481
ISBN-13: 9780813344133
Subjects: Italy -- History -- 18th century; Italy -- History -- 19th century; Italy -- History -- 20th century; Italy -- History -- 21st century
Description: From the Publisher: This essential book fills a serious gap in the field by synthesizing modern Italian history and placing it in a fully European context. Emphasizing globalization, Italy traces the country's transformation from a land of emigration to one of immigration and its growing cultural importance. Including coverage of the April 2008 elections, this updated edition offers expanded examinations of contemporary Italy's economic, social, and cultural development, a deepened discussion on immigration, and four new biographical sketches. Author Spencer M. Di Scala discusses the role of women, gives ample attention to the Italian South, and provides a picture of how ordinary Italians live. Cast in a clear and lively style that will appeal to readers, this comprehensive account is an indispensable addition to the field.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.