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Sforza, Giovanni, 1846-1922 |
| Title |
Garibaldi in Toscana nel 1848
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Garibaldi in Toscana nel 1848" by Giovanni Sforza is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the events surrounding Giuseppe Garibaldi's brief but significant stay in Tuscany during the revolutionary fervor of 1848, marking a crucial moment in the struggle for Italian unification. Sforza aims to provide a detailed narrative of Garibaldi's interactions with local leaders and the populace during this turbulent time. At the start of the text, the narrative focuses on Garibaldi's journey to Tuscany after his initial involvement in the revolutionary efforts. He arrives in Livorno amidst public enthusiasm, preparing to assist the Sicilian government. Sforza introduces various political figures who are hesitant yet intrigued by Garibaldi's presence, showcasing the tension and uncertainty of the period. The opening sets the stage for Garibaldi's complex relationship with the Tuscan government and his ultimate decision to remain in Tuscany, driven by the fervent desire of the locals to have him lead their military efforts. This account establishes both the historical context and personal significance of this episode in Garibaldi's storied life, hinting at the challenges he will face in rallying support for the cause of Italian independence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Italian |
| LoC Class |
DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
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| Subject |
Garibaldi, Giuseppe, 1807-1882
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| Subject |
Tuscany (Italy) -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34066 |
| Release Date |
Oct 13, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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