Prisoner of the Vatican by David I. Ketzer ( 945.63 KER) is a fascinating look at a part of European history that is not discussed in general world history or humanities courses.
The country of Italy as we now know it, was not formed until the late 19th century. Before this time, Italy was a series independent Italian states. After uniting the states King Victor Emmanuel, he began taking away the vast land held by the Vatican. Pope Pius IX, denounced this and began plotting a way of getting back his power and land. Over the next twenty years the pope tried to enlist the help of other European countries.
c Waterloo Public Library 2007
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