Denis Mack Smith discusses the book “Italy: Modern History”

BROADCAST: May. 30, 1964 | DURATION: 00:41:13

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Synopsis

Visiting Professor of History at the University of Chicago Denis Mack Smith discusses the book “Italy: Modern History.” Smith primarily focuses this discussion on the political history of Italy. Studs plays “Nabucco: Va’, pensiero (Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves)” - Robert Shaw.

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Broadcast Date
May. 30, 1964

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 60 min.) : 7 in.

Duration
41 minutes, 13 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Travel & Culture - Italy World History & Politics

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Denis Mack Smith discusses the book “Italy: Modern History”

Synopsis

Visiting Professor of History at the University of Chicago Denis Mack Smith discusses the book “Italy: Modern History.” Smith primarily focuses this discussion on the political history of Italy. Studs plays “Nabucco: Va’, pensiero (Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves)” - Robert Shaw.

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