Martinengo-Cesaresco, Evelyn Lilian Hazeldine Carrington, contessa 1852-1931 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Cavour" by the Countess Evelyn Martinengo-Cesaresco is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life of Camillo Cavour, a pivotal figure in the unification of Italy, examining both his personal background and his political endeavors. The narrative likely covers Cavour's experiences, strategies, and relationships that shaped not only his own life but also the course of Italian history during a time of significant political upheaval. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the influences of heredity and environment on Cavour's character and ambitions. It describes his noble lineage, particularly the Benso family, as well as the societal context of 19th-century Italy characterized by a struggle for resolution, independence, and unity. Highlights include Cavour's early education, personality traits, and formative relationships, particularly with family members who shaped his worldview. The narrative underscores the challenges Italy faced from foreign powers, particularly Austria, and hints at Cavour's emerging role as a reform-minded liberal who would champion the cause of Italian independence and unity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-06-01 E-text prepared by the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team from images provided by the Million Book Project Original publication data not identified Statesmen -- Italy -- Biography Italy -- History -- 1815-1870 Cavour, Camillo Benso, conte di, 1810-1861 DG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12588 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12588 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133311.0 12588