Maddow, Rachel
Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593793701
- author:
- Maddow, Rachel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House Large Print
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.2 x 3.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, United States, 20th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A gripping narrative that explores America's fight against fascism during World War II. Rachel Maddow delves into the story of a clandestine network that spread disinformation, promoted antisemitism and undermined democratic institutions in a bid to overthrow the US government. The author charts the rise of a far-right strain of authoritarianism that has been present on the fringes of American politics for decades. This campaign was sophisticated and well-funded, with the ultimate goal of installing authoritarian rule. At the same time, a handful of activists and journalists were tracking the scheme, exposing it as it unfolded. The US Department of Justice eventually made a frontal attack, identifying key plotters, finding their backers and prosecuting dozens in federal court. However, none of these efforts went as planned.