Italy Today (1901) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781437258868)

Italy Today is a book written by Bolton King in 1901, which provides a comprehensive overview of the political, social, and cultural landscape of Italy during that time. The book covers a range of topics, including Italy's history, government, economy, education, religion, art, and literature. It also delves into the country's geography, climate, and natural resources.The author provides an in-depth analysis of Italy's political system, which was undergoing significant changes during the period. He discusses the role of the monarchy, the parliament, and the various political parties that were active at the time. He also examines the challenges faced by Italy in the aftermath of its unification, including issues related to national identity, regionalism, and economic development.In addition, the book provides a detailed account of Italian society, including its class structure, family life, and social customs. The author also explores the role of women in Italian society, as well as the country's religious traditions and the influence of the Catholic Church.Italy Today also includes a section on Italian art and literature, highlighting the contributions of famous Italian artists and writers such as Dante, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci. The author also examines the impact of the Renaissance on Italian culture and the country's ongoing artistic and literary traditions.Overall, Italy Today is a fascinating and informative book that provides a rich and detailed portrait of Italy at the turn of the 20th century. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Italian history, culture, or society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Bolton King,Thomas Okey
ISBN-10: 1437258867
ISBN-13: 9781437258868
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/27/2008
Pages: 380
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d