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Francesco Saverio Nitti
1868–1953
An economist turned statesman, he led Italy through the difficult aftermath of World War I and later became a noted critic of fascism. His life brought together public service, political exile, and a long career in ideas as well as government.
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Peaceless Europe
by Francesco Saverio Nitti
La trasformazione sociale La vita italiana durante la Rivoluzione francese e l'Impero
by Francesco Saverio Nitti
About the author
Born in Melfi on July 19, 1868, Francesco Saverio Nitti built his early career as a journalist and professor of economics before entering national politics. He was elected to the Italian parliament in 1904 and became known for writing and speaking about economic questions and the problems facing southern Italy.
Nitti served in government several times and was prime minister of Italy from 1919 to 1920, during a tense period after World War I. Sources describe him as both an economist and a statesman, and they note that he later stood out for his opposition to fascism.
After the rise of Mussolini, Nitti spent years away from Italy in exile, then returned after the fascist period ended. He died in Rome on February 20, 1953, leaving behind a reputation as a major political figure in modern Italian history.