Fascism: An Informal Introduction to Its Theory and Practice

Felice, Renzo De

ISBN 10: 0878551905 / ISBN 13: 9780878551903

Published by Transaction Publishers, 1975

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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,350grams, ISBN:0878551905.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Fascism: An Informal Introduction to Its Theory and Practice
• Publisher: Transaction Publishers
• Publication Date: 1975
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0878551905
• ISBN 13: 9780878551903
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fair
• Weight: 350 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Political Science

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Synopsis

For Italian Intellectuals, the terms fascist and antifascist continue to be the hard currency of contemporary political debate-to the point that if you are not one, you must be the other. When professor Renzo de Felice suggests that fascism describes a moment in the Italian past-and only that-he is challenging the very heart of current orthodoxy. The nature of his analysis of the recent Italian past is itself at odds with the traditional version, and represents a radical departure from conventional wisdom. De Felice's ideas about fascism have a broad significance, quite apart from their importance in the contemporary Italian scene. Perhaps no one knows as much about fascism, and no one has given the subject such a rigorous historical analysis.

This dialogue between de Felice and American scholar Michael Ledeen has been on the best-seller list in Italy for nearly a year-an uncommon event for a book of its type for any country. This knowledgeable discussion ranges from empirical research on the history of Mussolini and the Fascist Regime in Italy to seeking a definition of fascism and determining its general characteristics. It also includes a comparative analysis with nazism and totalitarianism and concludes with observations of fascism today and the need for a new focus for future research.

About the Author:
Renzo de Felice (1929-1996) was a professor of history at the University of Rome

Language Notes

Text: English, Italian (translation)