Mezzo secolo di patriotismo: Saggi storici

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bonfadini, R. (Romualdo), 1831-1899.

Language:

Italian

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Mezzo secolo di patriotismo: Saggi storici" by Romualdo Bonfadini is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines significant political events and figures in Italian history, particularly focusing on the period from the rise of Napoleon to the restoration of the Italian state. Bonfadini aims to evoke patriotic sentiments by reflecting on the historical struggles and achievements of Italy and its people, making it particularly appealing to readers interested in nationalism and historical analysis. The opening of the book begins with a dedication, establishing a connection with the noble Carlo D'Adda, offering insight into the author's motivations. Bonfadini reflects on the half-century of political activities and conflicts, emphasizing the shifting allegiances and the evolution of political ideas over time. He expresses hope that young individuals will develop a sense of respect for the heroic efforts of the past, as he critiques the prevalent political dynamics and urges readers to remember both the struggles and the triumphs of Italy during this transformative era. The text sets the stage for a detailed exploration of notable figures such as Francesco Melzi and the socio-political landscape of Italy during Napoleon's reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

I. Franceso Melzi e il periodo itlaiano

II. Giuseppe Prina e la fine dell'epoca Napoleonica

III. Confalonieri e i processi politici

IV. Il quarantotto e le cinque giornate

V. Il decennio di resistenza.

Credits:

Produced by Carlo Traverso, Barbara Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 29.6 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-07-12