The Life and Times of Cavour V2

The Life and Times of Cavour V2 is a biographical work written by William Roscoe Thayer that explores the life and legacy of Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour, a prominent Italian statesman and one of the key figures in the unification of Italy in the 19th century. This second volume of the book covers Cavour's political career from 1859 to his death in 1861, during which time he served as Prime Minister of Piedmont-Sardinia and played a crucial role in the Italian Wars of Independence. Thayer's work provides a detailed and insightful look into Cavour's personal and political life, including his relationships with other notable figures of the time such as Giuseppe Garibaldi and Napoleon III. The book also offers a broader historical context, examining the social, economic, and political factors that shaped Italy during this period. Overall, The Life and Times of Cavour V2 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most important figures in Italian history.1914. Part 2 of 2. The biography of one of Italy�������s greatest statesmen of the 19th century. Count Camillo Benso di Cavour was the driving force behind the unification of Italy under Victor Emmanuel II, King of Sardinia. Cavour founded the newspaper Il Risorgimento to further the cause of unification. As Premier of Piedmont he obtained international support by forming an alliance with France and participating in the Crimean and Franco-Austrian wars. In 1861 he saw Victor Emmanuel crowned King of a united Italy and became Italy's first Premier. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417914033.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.