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Modern Italy: A Very Short IntroductionThe history of modern Italy is characterized by recurrent cultural and political projects of modernity, rejuvenation, and regeneration; projects which often had their roots in a widespread dissatisfaction with social and political reality, and perceived moral corruption. The Risorgimento, the movement leading to Italian Unification in 1861, explicitly linked the quest for national unity to a process of moral regeneration and progress. Later forms of
The history of modern Italy is characterized by recurrent cultural and political projects of modernity, rejuvenation, and regeneration; projects which often had their roots in a widespread dissatisfaction with social and political reality, and perceived moral corruption. The Risorgimento, the movement leading to Italian Unification in 1861, explicitly linked the quest for national unity to a process of moral regeneration and progress. Later forms of nationalism and the rise of fascism in the first two decades of the twentieth century advocated a spiritual revolution and the moulding of new Italians through war and violence. The tragic outcome of Italian fascism led to the emergence of new visions of progress during the post-war First Republic, in which European integration was embraced with conviction. In the last 25 years a project of of modernization epitomized by Silvio Berlusconi has characterized Italian politics, invoking a mixture of nationalist themes and an uncritical embracing of consumer and media culture. In this Very Short Introduction Anna Cento Bull addresses the question of what modernity means to Italy, and asks what modern Italy stands for. She considers Italy's political system and style of government, and looks at its economic modernisation and issues with emigration, internal migration and immigration. Bull concludes by looking at the Italian culture and lifestyle, including modern art and architecture, cinema, literature, gastronomy, fashion and sport. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 01/01/2017
ISBN: 9780198726517
Pages: 144
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 6.80h x 4.30w x 0.40d
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Crossbody twist
Color: Beige
This is a fabulous crossbody bag!! Great style, very roomy, good outside pocket. I will buy this in other colors. Ladies, go for it. Very versatile for styling.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great purchase
Color: 1-brown
Very cute and spacious for something that looks small. Had ample pockets for organizing small things. Large enough to carry my small wallet, cellphone, portable mini fan, hand sanitizer, lipstick, compact powder, eyeglass w/soft case; mini compact with nail clippers n tweezers, dental floss..things you need when going out for the day. Well made and Worth the purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Small.
Color: All Black
Cute an stylish. Great material and looks fashionable. Shoulder strap gives it a nice look. The size is a little small. I usually carry snacks for my kid but this bag is a little small for that. I only fit, a small pack of hand wipes, hand sanitizer, wallet, keys, phone and chap stick. Maybe a small snack but it’s tight. Very cute bag though.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Love this bag!
Color: 1-beige
Perfect size, able to fit everything I need. Very well made. Comes in lots of colors!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Amazing!
Color: All Black
Love this bag! It’s just big enough to fit everything I need and elevates my outfit with the leather and metal accents! I’ve had mine for over a year and it still looks brand new!
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