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The exploration of political ideologies in Italy over the past century is at the forefront of this insightful work. Norberto Bobbio examines the coexistence of diverse political factions, including communists, fascists, and liberals, detailing their evolution and impact on Italian civic culture. Written in 1968, the book reflects on the political turmoil of that decade while highlighting Bobbio's defense of democracy and critique of capitalism. This updated English edition offers a personal perspective on Italy's unique political landscape, appealing especially to American readers.

aeo Bobbio is one of the foremost political thinkers in Europe. aeo This book was an astonishing bestseller in Italy. It sold 250,000 copies in Italy since 1994, and it has sold over 300,000 copies in Europe overall. It has been translated into 14 languages. aeo Ita s a timely defence of the distinction between a lefta and a righta in politics.

Discusses highly topical issues concerning the relations between socialism and democracy.2. Presents a forceful but sympathetic critique of Marxism, arguing that it lacks a theory of politics and of the socialist state.3. Bobbio is the leading political theorist in Italy today and the volume also includes a response to Bobbio by Toni Negri.