Making the Fascist State Paperback – February 14, 2026

"Making the Fascist State" provides a comprehensive and analytical examination of the philosophical and political foundations of the Italian Fascist movement during its formative years. This scholarly work delves into the complex transformation of Italy from a liberal state into a corporate and totalitarian regime. The book explores the intellectual roots of Fascism, tracing its evolution from syndicalism, nationalism, and the aftermath of World War I to the consolidation of power under Benito Mussolini.Herbert W. Schneider offers detailed insights into the structural reforms of the Italian government, the creation of the Fascist Grand Council, and the development of social institutions designed to unify the nation under a single ideology. By examining the interplay between theory and practice, "Making the Fascist State" serves as a vital resource for understanding the origins of twentieth-century authoritarianism and the socio-political dynamics that reshaped modern Europe. It remains a significant historical study for those interested in political science, European history, and the mechanics of ideological state-building.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Read more