Billington, James H.
Fire in the Minds of Men
- ISBN 13:
- 9780765804716
- author:
- Billington, James H.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Transaction Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 677
- Genre:
- Revolutionaries
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
James H. Billington's "Fire in the Minds of Men: Origins of the Revolutionary Faith" explores the origins and evolution of revolutionary ideologies from the late 18th century to the early 20th century.
The author examines how European revolutionaries, including those in Germany and Russia, shaped their beliefs through a combination of critical rationalism and occultism. Billington argues that these ideologies were instrumental in shaping modern revolutions, with significant consequences for social justice and national identity.
This historical study provides insight into the complex interplay between intellectual and political movements during this period, shedding light on the key figures and events that contributed to the development of revolutionary thought.