Discover 'To Fight Against This Age,' an impactful exploration of the resurgence of fascism and its societal implications. This enlightening book by Rob Riemen, published by W W Norton & Company in 2018, delves into the philosophical underpinnings of political extremism and the politics of resentment that shape contemporary discourse. With a focus on historical context, Riemen draws from the profound insights of thinkers like Thomas Mann and Albert Camus, who recognized the existential threats posed by fascism's xenophobia, scapegoating, and the disdain for intellectualism. In just 176 pages, Riemen delivers a compelling narrative that intersects history, philosophy, and humanism, urging readers to confront the spiritual crisis of our times. He champions the timeless values of truth, justice, beauty, and love for life—pillars of a democratic civilization. This book is essential for those eager to foster understanding and initiate meaningful change in today's tumultuous world. Grab your copy today and delve into a conversation that matters.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780393635867, Year: 2018, Publisher: W W Norton & Company, Pages: 176.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393635867
Year: 2018
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 176


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Thomas Mann and Albert Camus understood something many political scientists still find difficult to fathom. Deprived of any coherent theory, fascism is characterised by its politics of resentment, stirring up of anger and fear, xenophobia, need for scapegoats, and by its hatred of the life of the mind. Combining history and philosophy, Rob Riemen eloquently explores the global return of fascism, disguised in the false promises of freedom and greatness.


Riemen's response to the spiritual crisis of our age is a moving story about the universal meaning of European humanism, with its values of truth, justice, beauty and love for life as the origin of a democratic civilisation.


To Fight Against This Age is for those who want to understand and change the world in which they live.