Interacting Francoism: Entanglement, Comparison and Transfer between Dictatorships in the 20th Century

The book investigates 20th-century European dictatorships, focusing on Franco's dictatorship and the Spanish Civil War. It explores Francoism's place in history, comparing it to other dictatorships of its time. The chapters cover topics such as the Spanish Civil War as one of the first total wars and Spanish fascism in context as one of the main European totalitarianisms. The book emphasizes the transnational connections of Francoism and aims to transcend explanations centered on the nation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 23 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book delves into a comprehensive exploration of 20th-century European dictatorships, with a particular emphasis on Franco's dictatorship and the Spanish Civil War. Francisco Franco's regime in Spain (1936/1939-1975/1978) represents a modern manifestation of authoritarianism, characterized by a prolonged period of totalitarian control, akin to many other dictatorships of that era. Francoism stands as a unique historical entity, alongside other dictatorships of its time, and a comparative analysis holds the potential to shed light on the emergence of such repressive and authoritarian forms of political control in the mid-20th century.

One of the lesser-known fascisms, which simultaneously drew influence from and exerted influence on other dictatorships, there are numerous aspects of Francoism's transnational connections that remain under-researched. By employing this methodology, an attempt is made to place Francoism within the context of other dictatorships of the time, transcending explanations limited to national factors. The chapters cover groundbreaking topics such as the Spanish Civil War, recognized as one of the first total wars, and Spanish fascism, considered one of the primary European totalitarianisms.

Each chapter in the book possesses multiple dimensions, addressing interrelationships, entanglements, collaborations, and diffusion. In essence, they provide a comprehensive framework for understanding the various dictatorships (including Francoism, diverse Fascisms, and Communism) in context and in comparison. Through this analytical lens, the book offers a rich and nuanced understanding of the complexities and interconnectedness of 20th-century European dictatorships.

Weight: 666g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032316024