Harry Harootunian

Harry Harootunian, an eminent Marxist historian, discusses his new book on Japan and the global fascist imaginary. He explores the formation of capitalism and fascism in Japan, highlighting the uneven development of capitalism and how it integrates preexisting practices. He reinterprets epochal moments in Japanese history, examining the Meiji Restoration, Japan's capitalist expansion, and its transition to fascism. Harootunian offers a retheorization of capitalist development and a unique perspective on Japan's path to modernity.

In this podcast, eminent Marxist historian Harry Harootunian discusses his book on Japan's capitalist development. He challenges the notion of linear progression and emphasizes the importance of incorporating practices from the past. They explore passive revolutions and the rise of fascism in Italy, Japan, and Germany. They also discuss Japan's managerial techniques and the global fascist imaginary.