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Publication: November 2011
Pages: 62 |
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THE ETERNAL RETURN OF FASCISM
L'ÉTERNEL RETOUR DU FASCISME |
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Rob Riemen
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In this powerful and important essay which was already a bestseller in The Netherlands, Rob Riemen points out that fascism is a constant presence in our society and it inevitably leads to despotism and violence. To combat it, we must first acknowledge its presence.
Expanding on the ideas of Thomas Mann, Nietzsche, Albert Camus, Primo Levi, and Spinoza, Riemen describes how conditions in modern society allow for fascism to live on; he illustrates how the increasing aggression towards others, how the weakness and cowardice of resentful people lead to a deep-seated fear of freedom and the need to conform to the masses.
As Albert Camus once wrote, “…the secret of Europe is that it no longer loves life.” Only in such a society can fascist politics blossom once again. Only once we discover our love for life and decide to devote ourselves to what truly gives life – truth, goodness, beauty, friendship, justice, compassion and wisdom – only then will we become resistant to fascism.
Rights sold: The Netherlands (Atlas), Croatia (TIM Press)
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| Rob Riemen is the author of Nobility of Spirit (2010), which was translated into 15 languages. An essayist and cultural philosopher, he is the founder of the Nexus Institute, an international center devoted to intellectual reflection and to inspiring Western cultural and philosophical debate. |
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