Description
Far Right
Book Summary
A comprehensive and updated analysis of the rise of far-right politics in the contemporary world. Renowned expert Cas Mudde breaks down the fourth wave of this postwar political phenomenon, exploring its history, ideology, organization, and the causes of its resurgence. The reader will find a rigorous guide to understanding the complexity of this key political challenge of our time, as well as the responses available from civil society, parties, and institutions to counter its influence. An essential work for deciphering a global phenomenon that no country can ignore.
What is it about?
The book addresses the return and consolidation of the far right on the global political scene, a movement that has moved from the fringes to claim a central role. Cas Mudde, a specialist in political extremism, examines in depth the so-called "fourth wave" of postwar far-right politics. Throughout its pages, the ideological pillars that sustain it, the organizational structures that drive it, and the social and political factors that explain its growth are analyzed. The work also challenges orthodox thinking on the relationship between mainstream politics and the far right, offering a nuanced and complex vision. Finally, it explores the strategies and responses that different social and institutional actors can employ to confront its ideas and its growing influence, providing a frame of reference to understand one of the most pressing political challenges of today.
Main Topics
- Analysis of the fourth wave of postwar far-right politics.
- Ideology, history, and evolution of the global far-right movement.
- Structural and situational causes of the rise of the far right.
- Organization and communication strategies of far-right parties.
- Responses from civil society, political parties, and institutions to counter its influence.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students and professionals in political science, sociology, and communications, as well as journalists, analysts, and anyone interested in understanding contemporary political dynamics. It is also highly useful for activists, policymakers, and citizens concerned about the rise of extremist movements and the health of liberal democracies.
What this book provides
- A detailed and rigorous vision of the far right as a global phenomenon, beyond individual cases.
- An analytical framework to understand the root causes of its resurgence and its impact on mainstream politics.
- An analysis of potential response strategies from different areas of society.
- A critical perspective that challenges simplistic explanations and offers a complex understanding of the phenomenon.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Mudde, Cas
- Publisher: Edicions Saldonar
- Language: cat
- Topic: POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT, POLITICAL STRUCTURE AND PROCESSES, POLITICAL PARTIES
- Collection: FORA DE COLALECCIO
- Publication date: September 2020
- Number of pages: 256
- Weight: 456 g
Editorial Review
This is a mandatory reference work for any reader looking for a deep and dispassionate analysis of the rise of the far right. Cas Mudde's academic authority, combined with a clear and structured presentation, makes this book a valuable tool for understanding a complex and constantly evolving political phenomenon. Its global focus and current relevance make it especially pertinent for today's public and academic debate.