I Francesi in Italia (1796-1815) by Vittorio Fiorini

"I Francesi in Italia (1796-1815)" by Vittorio Fiorini is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work examines the profound changes and upheavals experienced in Italy during the period of the French Revolution and the subsequent Napoleonic era. Fiorini focuses on the impact of French military and political influence on Italian society, outlining the complexities of this turbulent time. The opening of the text sets the stage by recalling General Bonaparte's command of the Italian army in 1796 and the subsequent tumultuous years that followed. Fiorini introduces themes of liberty, nationalism, and societal upheaval, indicating that the arrival of the French was both a catalyst for change and a source of conflict for the Italian populace, many of whom viewed the revolution with caution and fear. The author reflects on the mixed reactions of the Italian people toward French revolutionary ideals, suggesting that while some embraced the notions of freedom and equality, many held a deep-seated apprehension towards these ideologies and the French forces, ultimately capturing the complex interplay between revolution, authority, and national identity during this transformative period in Italian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Fiorini, Vittorio, 1860-1925
Title I Francesi in Italia (1796-1815)
La vita italiana durante la Rivoluzione francese e l'Impero
Credits Produced by Carlo Traverso, Claudio Paganelli, Barbara
Magni and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 22.1 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Language Italian
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Italy -- Civilization
Subject France -- History -- 1789-1815
Subject Italy -- History -- 1789-1815
Subject Italy -- Social conditions
Category Text
eBook-No. 43176
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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