The Italian Left in the Twentieth Century: A History of the Socialist and Communist Parties

Author/Contributor(s):	De Grand, Alexander
Publisher:	Indiana University Press
Date:	03/22/1989
Binding:	Hardcover
Condition:	NEW

. . . a very fair and intelligent description of the vicissitudes of the two parties and students seeking a readable and jargon-free overview of the subject-matter should be directed to this text. --History

De Grand's study is exceptional in its comprehensive historical perspective . . . a revealing and evocative synthesis. --Marion S. Miller

De Grand is a useful guide to the complex history of the Italian left. --Thomas R. Brooks, New York City Tribune

An excellent overview of the vital Italian left-wing . . . --Book Reader

This is a well-written, readable, rather detailed though not ponderous, discussion of the politics of the parties of the Italian Left in this century up to the present time. --Perspective

. . . will add immeasurably to our understanding of and appreciation for a country tormented at various times in the past century. --Mediterranean Quarterly

. . . well-written and extensively researched . . . De Grand illustrates a clear and obvious path of development on the Italian left . . . --L'Italo-Americano

It is . . . a pleasure to note the appearance of Alexander De Grand's book . . . By providing an almost side-by-side summary of the thought and action of both parties . . . De Grand renders a unique contribution. --American Historical Review

. . . a good starting point for students of Italian history and politics, as well as anyone with an interest in the modern European Left. . . . It offers both a solid introduction to, and a persuasive interpretation of, its subject. --Journal of Modern History

De Grand chronicles the history of the Italian Socialist and Communist parties--natural allies yet also enemies, in the struggle to reform society.