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A Brief History of Fascist Lies

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A Brief History of Fascist Lies by Federico Finchelstein delves into the historical evolution of misleading rhetoric used by fascist regimes. The book explores how fascists used falsehoods as instruments of leadership and control and examines their impact on society and politics across different eras and regions. It provides a compelling analysis of the manipulation of truth in political contexts, drawing connections to the modern day.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the historical roots and the evolution of fascism, particularly through the lens of how lies and propaganda have been used to sustain these regimes. It delves into the interconnectedness of deception and authoritarian rule, offering insights into how past political narratives can inform our understanding of contemporary issues.

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"There is no better book on fascism's complex and vexed relationship with truth."—Jason Stanley, author of How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them

In this short companion to his book From Fascism to Populism in History, world-renowned historian Federico Finchelstein explains why fascists regarded simple and often hateful lies as truth, and why so many of their followers believed the falsehoods. Throughout the history of the twentieth century, many supporters of fascist ideologies regarded political lies as truth incarnated in their leader. From Hitler to Mussolini, fascist leaders capitalized on lies as the base of their power and popular sovereignty.

This history continues in the present, when lies again seem to increasingly replace empirical truth. Now that actual news is presented as “fake news” and false news becomes government policy, A Brief History of Fascist Lies urges us to remember that the current talk of “post-truth” has a long political and intellectual lineage that we cannot ignore.

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A Brief History of Fascist Lies by Federico Finchelstein explores the role of deceit in the rise and sustenance of fascist regimes. The reviews laud Finchelstein's insightful analysis of how falsehoods and misinformation have been integral to the political strategies of fascists. Readers appreciate the book's relevance to contemporary political landscapes, drawing parallels between historical and modern contexts.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520389779

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 181g

Pages: 162

About the Author

Federico Finchelstein is Professor of History at the New School for Social Research and Eugene Lang College in New York City. He is the author of several books, including Fascist MythologiesFrom Fascism to Populism in History, Transatlantic Fascism, and The Ideological Origins of the Dirty War. His books have been translated into many languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, and Italian. He contributes to major American, European, and Latin American media, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Guardian, CNN, Foreign Policy, Clarín, Corriere della Sera, Nexos, and Folha de S.Paulo.

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