Routledge Studies in the Modern History of Italy

Series Editors: C. Ferrara degli Uberti (University of Pisa, Italy), Marco Mondini (University of Padua, Italy and Italian German Historical Institute-FBK, Italy), Silvana Patriarca (Fordham University USA) and Guri Schwarz (University of Genoa, Italy)

The history of modern Italy from the late 18th to the 21^st centuries offers a wealth of dramatic changes amidst important continuities. From occupying a semi-peripheral location in the European Mediterranean to becoming one of the major economies of the continent, the Peninsula has experienced major transformations while also facing continuing structural challenges. Social and regional conflicts, revolts and revolutions, regime changes, world wars and military defeats have defined its turbulent political history, while changing identities and social movements have intersected with the weight of family and other structures in new international environments.　

The series focuses on the publication of original research monographs, from both established academics and junior researchers. It is intended as an instrument to promote fresh perspectives and as bridge, connecting scholarly traditions within and outside Italy. Occasionally, it may also publish edited volumes. The sole criteria for selection will be intellectual rigor and the innovative character of the books.

It covers a broad range of themes and methods - ranging from political to cultural to socio-economic history – with the aim of becoming a reference point for groundbreaking scholarship covering Italian history from the Napoleonic era to the present.