Reading History: Italian Unification
John A. Davis discusses a range of books tackling the Risorgimento.
John A. Davis discusses a range of books tackling the Risorgimento.
Garibaldi came to England on a brief visit in 1864 and provided inspiration and a battle-cry for English radicalism. Yet in the 100 years since his death, argues John A. Davis, his image has mellowed into that of a liberal hero.