9781330944967 - The Life of Cavour (Classic Reprint) de Cadogan, Edward Cecil George (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condición: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Life of CavourIf I have succeeded, then, in producing a work which will serve as a guide to a future study of the period dealt with, I shall feel that my labours will have been productive of some material .

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book charts the life and work of Camillo Cavour, the architect of Italian unification. Born into a wealthy family, Cavour's early life was spent amidst the political turmoil of the pre-revolutionary period. He joined the army, but his military career was cut short due to his liberal leanings. Cavour retired to manage his family's estate, where he honed his practical and administrative skills, which would later prove invaluable in his political career. The author explores Cavour's political philosophy and his vision for a unified Italy. Cavour believed in a constitutional monarchy and sought to achieve reunification through diplomatic alliances and military intervention. The book delves into the challenges Cavour faced, including the opposition of Austria and the resistance of the Papal States. The author sheds light on Cavour's complex character and his tireless efforts to realize his dream of a united and independent Italy. This biography provides a comprehensive account of Cavour's contributions to Italian history and his enduring legacy as one of the most influential figures of the Risorgimento. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.