The new editions of Access to Historycombine all the strengths of this well-loved series with a new design & features that allow all students access to the content & study skills needed to achieve exam success. This Third Edition of this popular title has been updated to reflect the needs of the current A Level specifications. The title examines reasons why progress towards unification was so slow at first & why after 1850 it became so speedy. In doing so it gives due attention to the roles played by Cavour Mazzini Garibaldi Pope Pius IX Napoleon III Charles Albert & Victor Emmanuel & attempts to answer the question Who made Italy. Throughout the book key dates terms & issues are highlighted & historical interpretations of key debates are outlined. Summary diagrams are included to consolidate knowledge & understanding of the period & exam style questions & tips for each examination board provide the opportunity to develop exam skills.