Strongmen
- 320pages
- 12 heures de lecture
A leading academic exposes the historical and cultural contexts which allow political strongmen to thrive.
Ruth Ben-Ghiat Livres
Ruth Ben-Ghiat est une historienne de renommée internationale spécialisée dans l'étude des dictatures et des régimes autoritaires. Ses travaux explorent les mécanismes par lesquels le pouvoir se maintient et établissent des parallèles historiques avec les tendances politiques contemporaines. Grâce à une compréhension approfondie du passé, Ben-Ghiat offre des commentaires perspicaces sur les phénomènes politiques actuels.
Fascist Modernities
- 327pages
- 12 heures de lecture
This cultural history of Mussolini's dictatorship discusses the meanings of modernity in interwar Italy. The work argues that fascism appealed to many Italian intellectuals as a new model of modernity that would resolve the European crisis as well as long-standing problems of the national past.
Italian Fascism's Empire Cinema
- 400pages
- 14 heures de lecture
Focusing on the intersection of empire, war, and cinema, this gripping account delves into the roles of Italian and international film during periods of dictatorship. It highlights the significant yet often overlooked contributions of filmmakers and their works, providing a compelling narrative that intertwines historical context with the evolution of film as a medium under oppressive regimes. The exploration reveals how cinema reflects and shapes societal dynamics in tumultuous times.
