L'età Giolittiana marked a transformative period in Italian history (1901-1914), characterized by significant industrial growth and political reforms under Giovanni Giolitti's leadership.
Key aspects:
- Giolitti era liberale, implementing moderate progressive policies while maintaining a pragmatic approach
- The period saw the emergence of the triangolo industriale (Turin-Milan-Genoa)
- Significant riforme sociali di Giolitti improved workers' conditions
- Complex relationship with socialists and Catholics through strategic political alliances
- Controversial colonial expansion into Libya
- Ended with Giolitti's resignation before WWI