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thesauraz's review
5.0
Madeleine Albright offers disturbing accounts of patterns of facism past and present while making history palatable for the reader. Though it’s full of valuable information — and sounds the alarm bells on our current national and global political environment — it reads more like stories and less like a textbook. I appreciate this style, as I certainly learn better this way. The book is both reflective and potentially prescient depending on our collective efforts to embrace democracy and liberal values.
tiarala's review
5.0
I'm glad I started my fascism research with some books written post WWII but long before the 2016 election, because otherwise I would think Albright forced such blatant parallels between 45 and the long line of fascist dictators. It might have seemed heavy-handed before, but having recently read the same language used in other, older references, the connections are simply that clear. She calls this book a warning, and she's right. As one of her students states when she asks "could this happen here?" Of course it can. Because so many are convinced it cannot. Outstanding book, an easily accessible and engaging read.
kristyhill's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
5.0
lcolium's review
4.0
Interesting and informative. A good reminder to do your homework and work to understand the viewpoints of those who differ from you.
michelleloretta's review
5.0
Every American should read (or listen to) this book. Left and right, we all have work to do. The threat of fascism is a global issue. And there are several signals worldwide that we are headed down a dangerous path. The greatest weapon we have against fascism is a *United* America. Division will only be our downfall.
bhoffner's review
2.0
I just came to learn more about fascism, y’all. Had to leave the party when she started trying to diss on “anti-imperialist sympathizers” not long after having no idea why Venezuelans would have been suspicious of U.S. military aid...
christie_esau's review
4.0
The format of this book is exactly how I like learning about history - taking a particular lens or theme and examining bits of history throughout time. A good and interesting read!
monicaa_d's review against another edition
challenging
informative
4.5
Despite my lack of knowledge about governments, this book was an approachable and understandable introduction to the workings of fascism and it's long history. Extreme nationalism and in-grouping make it easy to spread fear and misinformation, which in turn make it easy to slowly slide into near dictatorship. Albright defines the steps of fascism, explains examples from not-too-distant history, and then points to the warning signs rising in the US during Trump's time in office. A must-read