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From Fascism to Populism in History

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From Fascism to Populism in History by Federico Finchelstein explores the historical evolution of fascism and populism, illustrating their connections and distinctions across different eras and political landscapes. The book offers an insightful analysis of how these ideologies influence modern politics, providing a comprehensive view of their roles in shaping contemporary democratic and authoritarian regimes. It delves into the transformation of ideological practices over time, showing how historical contexts have moulded their development.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring how political ideologies transform over time, providing a historical analysis of the shifts from fascism to modern populism. It offers valuable insights into the connections and divergences between these movements, making it a compelling read for anyone fascinated by the evolution of political thought and its impact on contemporary society.

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From Fascism to Populism in History

One of the leading scholars of fascist and populist ideologies synthesizes their history to offer a thoughtful perspective on how we might apply the concepts today. This new edition includes an updated Preface that brings the book's content up to date following midway through the Trump presidency and the election of Bolsonaro in Brazil.

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What is fascism and what is populism? What are their connections in history and theory, and how should we address their significant differences? What does it mean when pundits call Donald Trump a fascist, or label as populist politicians who span left and right such as Hugo Chávez, Juan Perón, Rodrigo Duterte, and Marine Le Pen?

Federico Finchelstein, one of the leading scholars of fascist and populist ideologies, synthesizes their history in order to answer these questions and offer a thoughtful perspective on how we might apply the concepts today. While they belong to the same history and are often conflated, fascism and populism actually represent distinct political trajectories.

Drawing on an expansive record of transnational fascism and postwar populist movements, Finchelstein gives us insightful new ways to think about the state of democracy and political culture on a global scale.

From Fascism to Populism in History includes a new edition with an updated preface that brings the book up to date, midway through the Trump presidency and the election of Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil.

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Federico Finchelstein's From Fascism to Populism in History explores the evolution of fascism and populism, challenging traditional views. Reviews highlight its examination of the European origin of fascism, its distinction from populism, and its global perspective, particularly concerning Latin America. The book is praised for its insightful connections between historical and contemporary political ideologies, inspiring debates and offering a passionate narrative on current political issues.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520309357

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 454g

Pages: 376

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 Transatlantic Fascism and The Ideological Origins of the Dirty War. He contributes to major American, European, and Latin American media, including the New York TimesWashington PostThe GuardianMediapart, Politico, ClarinNexos, and Folha de S.Paulo.

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