The Italian Risorgimento av Martin Clark

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<P>The Unification of Italy in the nineteenth century was the unlikely result of a lengthy and complex process of Italian ‘revival’ (‘<I>Risorgimento’</I>). Few Italians supported Unification and the new rulers of Italy were unable to resolve their disputes with the Catholic Church, the local power-holders in the South and the peasantry. In this fascinating account, Martin Clark examines these problems and considers: </P><P> </P><P>·        The economic, social and religious contexts of Unification, as well as the diplomatic and military aspects </P><P>·        The roles of Cavour and Garibaldi and also the wider European influences, particularly those of Britain and France</P><P>·        The recent historiographical shift away from uncritical celebration of the achievement of Italian unity.</P><P> </P><P>Did ''It