Thanks so much!! I think it probably is the cafe that had his special table, but I had no idea there was a special mirror to go with it! That sounds like a story in and of itself. And I only just learned about the Irish and English involvement. Had a very emotional comment from a Southern Italian who saw the entire Risorgimento in a very negative light, and she mentioned the English involvement in support of Garibaldi. I realized I don't know nearly enough about 19th century Italy-- is there a book (English-language I'm afraid) that you recommend as a good starting point? Thanks so much for taking time to comment-- so appreciate your support!
Eric, I will be happy to send you a review ebook copy of my "The Irish and English in Italy's Risorgimento"- only the Italian edition is still available.. Im promoting it now. Its a niche bit of Risorgimento history, two of the first persons to purchase copies were the Italian and Irish presidents ! Napolitano and Higgins . An important read that makes us realize what a huge influence -for better or worse- the media and the church had on history then ---and also now . Lots of spies and scandals also and the positive influence foreign women. See the article on March 17, 2024 of my substack
Genuinely appreciate you sharing this, as well as the translation. While I don't agree fully with your interpretation (to be honest, I struggle to see how Southern Italy on its own would have weathered the economic changes, wars, etc. of the 20th and 21st century), I think your primary point is that I put forward a facile and incomplete picture of the Risorgimento, both its motivations and consequences. In that respect, I think your criticism is well-taken. In the interest of making a different point and doing it in a brief and readable way, I simplified a very complex subject in an unbalanced. way. My apologies.
Yes, agreed that the Risorgimento portrayal was a bit simple but it wasn't the main focus of the article. I love how you described the changing landscape from the train and I also love the idea that we can work from a café and make apparently impossible things happen. It's so fitting for Italy. I love Turin too, it's an amazing town. Unfortunately, the Risorgimento was a bit more complex, nuanced and we're still trying to tell the whole complete story to ourselves as a country.
It is a great city-- we were there for work and had a very short visit. We did get to Mole Antonelliana, and also Guarini's dome, which was fantastic. Also spent some time at the Palazzo Madama. Definitely a place to return to. I've heard the Museo Egizio is outstanding. Thanks for the suggestions!!
Grazie tanto. Thanks for sharing. As noted, people think of Rome but it was really Piemonte that is responsible for Italy as we know it. A trip to Torino has been on our list, now it's a must. We live in Montelupone, so the train will get us there. Would be great to connect one time when you are in Le Marche. A presto - Douglas Bailey (my blog/website focused on Le Marche https://labellastrada.com/
Actually, I'm here tomorrow and Tuesday, if you're around. Then have to go to a wedding in California. Will be back in Rome on the 8th and 9th if either of those could work. Happy to meet you wherever is convenient for you! Would love to get together!
Wow-- love the website! Can't wait to check it out a bit. We're in Monteleone di Fermo, so closer to Fermo and Amandola, but not far from you at all! Would be great to meet up. Torino was very nice-- I'm sure you'd enjoy it. One warning: on Mondays, it is VERY quiet-- a lot of the museums, etc. are closed. I'd recommend going on a Thursday or Friday. But being from Marche, you're undoubtedly pretty used to timing things around closed days :) Let's stay in touch and I'll let you know next time we're in Marche!
Thanks so much! Hope all is well with you. Thought of you as we rolled through Toscana on our way up to Torino. I think you definitely have the right plan to try to be about an hour from Rome on the train. Such a beautiful area and so convenient...
Thanks so much!! I think it probably is the cafe that had his special table, but I had no idea there was a special mirror to go with it! That sounds like a story in and of itself. And I only just learned about the Irish and English involvement. Had a very emotional comment from a Southern Italian who saw the entire Risorgimento in a very negative light, and she mentioned the English involvement in support of Garibaldi. I realized I don't know nearly enough about 19th century Italy-- is there a book (English-language I'm afraid) that you recommend as a good starting point? Thanks so much for taking time to comment-- so appreciate your support!
Eric, I will be happy to send you a review ebook copy of my "The Irish and English in Italy's Risorgimento"- only the Italian edition is still available.. Im promoting it now. Its a niche bit of Risorgimento history, two of the first persons to purchase copies were the Italian and Irish presidents ! Napolitano and Higgins . An important read that makes us realize what a huge influence -for better or worse- the media and the church had on history then ---and also now . Lots of spies and scandals also and the positive influence foreign women. See the article on March 17, 2024 of my substack
Genuinely appreciate you sharing this, as well as the translation. While I don't agree fully with your interpretation (to be honest, I struggle to see how Southern Italy on its own would have weathered the economic changes, wars, etc. of the 20th and 21st century), I think your primary point is that I put forward a facile and incomplete picture of the Risorgimento, both its motivations and consequences. In that respect, I think your criticism is well-taken. In the interest of making a different point and doing it in a brief and readable way, I simplified a very complex subject in an unbalanced. way. My apologies.
Yes, agreed that the Risorgimento portrayal was a bit simple but it wasn't the main focus of the article. I love how you described the changing landscape from the train and I also love the idea that we can work from a café and make apparently impossible things happen. It's so fitting for Italy. I love Turin too, it's an amazing town. Unfortunately, the Risorgimento was a bit more complex, nuanced and we're still trying to tell the whole complete story to ourselves as a country.
It is a great city-- we were there for work and had a very short visit. We did get to Mole Antonelliana, and also Guarini's dome, which was fantastic. Also spent some time at the Palazzo Madama. Definitely a place to return to. I've heard the Museo Egizio is outstanding. Thanks for the suggestions!!
Sigh. Just.... sigh.
Unity, not uniformity.
Your final quote….. says it all. All true leaders know is a privilege to serve the people who elected them.
Love it Eric !
Thanks so much-- loved your recent piece on Cynar. Had no idea it was from artichokes!
When will you next be in Rome so we can meet for lunch?
Grazie tanto. Thanks for sharing. As noted, people think of Rome but it was really Piemonte that is responsible for Italy as we know it. A trip to Torino has been on our list, now it's a must. We live in Montelupone, so the train will get us there. Would be great to connect one time when you are in Le Marche. A presto - Douglas Bailey (my blog/website focused on Le Marche https://labellastrada.com/
One of my favorite cities. I hope you were able to visit the Museum of Oriental Art, the Museo Egizio, and, of course, the Mole Antonelliana!
Amen.
Agree-- there's enough uniformity in the world already and it's not doing much for anyone.
Actually, I'm here tomorrow and Tuesday, if you're around. Then have to go to a wedding in California. Will be back in Rome on the 8th and 9th if either of those could work. Happy to meet you wherever is convenient for you! Would love to get together!
Thanks so much!!!
Wow-- love the website! Can't wait to check it out a bit. We're in Monteleone di Fermo, so closer to Fermo and Amandola, but not far from you at all! Would be great to meet up. Torino was very nice-- I'm sure you'd enjoy it. One warning: on Mondays, it is VERY quiet-- a lot of the museums, etc. are closed. I'd recommend going on a Thursday or Friday. But being from Marche, you're undoubtedly pretty used to timing things around closed days :) Let's stay in touch and I'll let you know next time we're in Marche!
Thanks so much! Hope all is well with you. Thought of you as we rolled through Toscana on our way up to Torino. I think you definitely have the right plan to try to be about an hour from Rome on the train. Such a beautiful area and so convenient...
Well sighed.