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Leftism
from de Sade and Marx to Hitler and Marcuse
Book • 1974
In this book, Erik von Kuehnelt-Leddihn presents a comprehensive critique of leftism, defining it as any movement that emphasizes 'identitarianism' (sameness) and either the total rule of the state or 'the will of the people' over individual affairs.
He argues that democracy can degenerate into tyranny and that movements like Nazism and Fascism, despite being commonly seen as rightist, share leftist characteristics.
The book contrasts the American Revolution with the French Revolution, highlighting the former as a republic rather than a democracy.
Kuehnelt-Leddihn also discusses the dangers of egalitarianism and the coercive nature of democratic majorities, drawing on historical examples and philosophical perspectives.
He argues that democracy can degenerate into tyranny and that movements like Nazism and Fascism, despite being commonly seen as rightist, share leftist characteristics.
The book contrasts the American Revolution with the French Revolution, highlighting the former as a republic rather than a democracy.
Kuehnelt-Leddihn also discusses the dangers of egalitarianism and the coercive nature of democratic majorities, drawing on historical examples and philosophical perspectives.
