Pio IX Ed Il Cardinale Antonelli (1859)

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The narrative delves into the complex relationship between Pope Pius IX and his trusted cardinal, Giacomo Antonelli, beginning with Antonelli's appointment as Vatican Secretary of State. It chronicles their collaboration during the tumultuous Italian Revolution of 1848 and the subsequent War of Independence, examining Pius IX's controversial stance on Italian unification and his resistance to the Church's modernization. Carlo Mauri offers a critical analysis of papal policies and Antonelli's significant role, providing insights into 19th-century Catholic Church history and Italian politics.