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by Benito Mussolini (Author), Rita Wellman (Translator)
My Diary 1915 to 1917 is a historical book written by the Italian dictator, Benito Mussolini. The book is a personal diary of Mussolini's thoughts and experiences during the First World War. The diary covers a period of two years, from 1915 to 1917, and provides a unique insight into Mussolini's mind and his views on the war and Italian politics.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the period from May 1915 to August 1916, during which Mussolini served as a soldier in the Italian army. In this section, Mussolini describes his experiences on the front lines, including his thoughts on the war, his interactions with other soldiers, and his feelings about the Italian government's handling of the war.The second part of the book covers the period from August 1916 to December 1917, during which Mussolini was a journalist and editor of the socialist newspaper, Avanti!. In this section, Mussolini writes about his political views and his involvement in socialist politics. He also provides insights into his growing disillusionment with the socialist movement and his eventual shift towards fascism.Overall, My Diary 1915 to 1917 is an important historical document that provides a unique perspective on the life and thoughts of one of the most controversial figures of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Italian history, World War I, or the rise of fascism in Europe.1925. From the pages of his journal, the fascist dictator recounts his experiences in the Army and at the front during the years 1915 to 1917. Contents: In the Trenches with the Italian Soldiers; Between Monte Nero, the Vrsig and the Jaworcek; How They Love and Die on the Firing Line; Mountain Warfare in the Snow and Mud; Our Troops Advance on Riva and Beyond Monfalcone; Winter in the Mountain Trenches; From the Foot of the Jaworcek to the Peak of the Rombon; A Month in the Carnian Mountains; Beyond Lake Doberdo; December in the Trenches; Christmas; I Greet 1917 Marching; Wounded!; and The King Visits Benito Mussolini and His Fellow Patients.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
