The Italian Left in the Twentieth Century: A History of the Socialist and Communist Parties - Hardcoverby Alexander J. de Grand (Author) " . . . a very fair and intelligent description of the vicissitudes of the two parties and students seeking a readable and jargon free overview of the subject matter should be directed to this text." History "De Grand's study is exceptional in its comprehensive historical perspective . . . a revealing and evocative synthesis." Marion S. Miller "De Grand is a useful guide to the complex history of the Italian left."