Politics and Symbols: The Italian Communist Party and the Fall of Communism

The book "The Coming of the Third Italian Republic" by David I.

Kertzer is a gripping account of the internal struggle within the Italian Communist Party (PCI) in 1989, as they grappled with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of Eastern European Communist regimes.

This book provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of the tactics employed by party factions and the anguish of members who were deeply committed to their ideology.

Kertzer also explores the larger story of the importance of symbols, myths, and rituals in modern politics, offering a unique perspective from an anthropologist's viewpoint.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in political history, anthropology, or the inner workings of the Italian Communist Party during this pivotal time in history.