Benito Mussolini Books
This author is recognized for his political career and journalistic endeavors that shaped the literary and political landscape of his era. His writings delve into complex societal and ideological currents, focusing on themes of power, identity, and radical societal change. A hallmark of his style is the incisive analysis of human psychology within the context of mass movements and political upheaval. Readers will appreciate his capacity to capture the tension between individual freedom and collective action.
My Autobiography
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
This memoir recounts the Italian dictator's years as an agitator, journalist, and soldier, the formation of the Fascist Party, the "March on Rome," and his early years in power. It articulates Il Duce's vision of his nation's return to glory and includes his definitive statement on the doctrine of Fascism and its political justification. 8 illustrations.
The Doctrine of Fascism
- 50 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Focusing on the ideological foundations of fascism, this essay, attributed to Benito Mussolini but written by Giovanni Gentile, argues for a political shift from 19th-century individualism to a 20th-century emphasis on authority and the collective state. Published in the 1932 Enciclopedia Italiana, it serves as a cornerstone for understanding fascist doctrine, contrasting previous political models like socialism and liberalism. The text is part of a broader entry on fascism, featuring extensive illustrations and a comprehensive exploration of its principles.
The Time of the Stick and the Carrot
Story of a Year, October 1942 to September 1943
- 168 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Focusing on the pivotal year from October 1942 to September 1943, this historical work details the military and political crises in Italy that culminated in Benito Mussolini's overthrow and the decline of Fascism. It provides an in-depth analysis of the events and dynamics that shaped this transformative period in Italian history, offering valuable insights into the factors that led to significant political change.
Colloqui con Mussolini
- 181 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Conversations with Mussolini that Emil Ludwig (originally Emil Cohn) published in 1932.
L'amante del cardinale. Claudia Particella
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Unico romanzo scritto da Mussolini. Dichiaratamente anticlericale, scritto dal giovane Mussolini riuscì nello scopo di scandalizzare e indignare i cattolici. Rispondendo, nel 1932, ad una domanda sul libro, di Emil Ludwig, Mussolini affermò: "La storia del cardinale l'ho scritta con intenzioni politiche. Allora il clero era veramente inquinato da elementi corrotti. E' un libro di propaganda politica".
