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Focusing on Galeazzo Ciano, a prominent figure in Italy's fascist regime, this biography delves into his political career and personal life, exploring his complex relationship with Mussolini. It examines Ciano's rise to power, his influential role in the regime, and the eventual consequences of his actions during World War II. The narrative provides insights into the inner workings of fascism and the moral dilemmas faced by those within the regime, making it a significant study of a pivotal historical figure.

Despite the vast literature on genocide and mass violence during the 19th and 20th century, one question still haunts historians and the wider public alike: Why do ‘ordinary men’ use extreme violence against fellow human beings? “Empire, Ideology, Violence: The Long 20th Century” in Comparative Perspective offers innovative methods and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of extreme violence in the long 20th century. By looking at case studies from different regions and time periods the contributors shed more light on the social, political and economic contexts in which humans are inclined to use extreme forms of violence. Topics in the volume include case studies from Asia, Africa, Europe, the Ottoman Empire and the Nazi Third Reich.