The Oxford Illustrated History of Italy
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The Oxford Illustrated History of Italy by George Holmes
From the Roman Empire to the present day, this is the story of Italy. Until just over a century ago, Italy did not exist as a political unit, yet it was both the heart of the Christian Church and the seedbed for the extraordinary cultural flowering that was the Renaissance. In the middle ages, the merchants of Florence, Genoa, and Venice bridged Asia and Europe with their trading and financial activities, yet Italy remained a region of fiercely independent city-states. In the nineteenth century an upsurge of nationalist fervour was channelled by Garibaldi into a victorious war against Italy's Habsburg overlords. A political vision was finally realized and the nation of Italy was created. This extensively illustrated survey by twelve leading historians offers a fascinating introduction to the history and culture of Italy.
an engaging introduction Books Magazine Spring 2001 this is a fascinating exploration of Italian culture.. this history brings the past to vibrant life by revealing the interrelationship between society, politics, and culture. The Universe (The Catholic Universe) 14/10/1997
Now retired, George Holmes was Chichele Professor of Medieval History at the University of Oxford.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780192854445 |
| ISBN 10 | 0192854445 |
| Title | The Oxford Illustrated History of Italy |
| Author | George Holmes |
| Series | Oxford Illustrated Histories Ser |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2001-01-18 |
| Number of pages | 400 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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