Mussolini and Fascism

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The book explores Mussolini's multifaceted image and the American fascination with him during the 1920s and early '30s. John Diggins analyzes how this ideological phenomenon reflects the darker aspects of American political values and assumptions, revealing the complexities of American attitudes towards foreign leaders and ideologies. Through this examination, the author sheds light on the implications of such fascination for American politics and society during that era.