Fascism

by Seth H. Pulditor

Overview

In the turbulent years after World War I, a new type of governing philosophy took shape in a handful of countries. It was known as fascism. Fascism denied that individuals had any rights the state was bound to respect. It demanded that citizens blindly obey their leader. It glorified violence. It promised to purify a degraded culture and restore the nation to greatness.

Full-fledged fascist governments came to power in Italy under Benito Mussolini and in Germany under Adolf Hitler and the Nazis. In addition, significant fascist movements existed in several other countries.

Fascism led to some of the darkest episodes in human history-including the Holocaust-before being swept away by World War II. This book details the rise and fall of a discredited form of government.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781422221396
Publisher:	National Highlights Inc.
Publication date:	09/28/2012
Series:	Major Forms of World Government Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.48(w) x 9.52(h) x 0.57(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	11 - 14 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction Dr. Timothy Colton, Chairman Department of Government, Harvard University 4

1 Destroying Democracy 7

2 What Is Fascism? 20

3 The Nazis' Rise to Power 30

4 The Approaching Storm 39

5 Nightmares Made Real 48

Chapter Notes 58

Chronology 60

Glossary 61

Further Reading 62

Internet Resources 62

Index 63

Contributors 64

Editorial Reviews

Gr 6–10—These excellent overviews explore the evolution and development of influential and powerful forms of government: their roots, rise (and sometimes demise), and impact today. The books define common characteristics and principles in each one and discuss milestones from early times, philosophers, influential documents, political events, and dynamic leaders. Readers learn how economic, religious, and military factors work to define a government. The books explore how different governments function, how leaders maintain order, and what life is like under that form of government. The text-heavy narratives include sidebars to expand information. The well-chosen illustrations and photographs feature lengthy captions, but some information would have been more accessible in the main texts. Considering often volatile nature of world politics, these books offer up-to-date, balanced discussions. Useful for social-studies and history units.—June Shimonishi, Torrance Public Library, CA

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