The antiquity of the Italian nation the cultural origins of a political myth in modern Italy, 1796-1943

This book explores the political uses of Italy's antique past in the early nineteenth century, tracing how anti-romanism was transformed into a pillar of the nation-building process. It demonstrates the pivotal role played by this ancient heritage in the formation of modern Italian national ide...

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Main Author: De Francesco, Antonino
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Oxford Oxford University Press 2014, 2014
Series:Classical presences / Classical presences
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Collection: Oxford University Press - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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