1883-1945

"A nonfiction account of some of the deadliest dictators in modern history"--Provided by the publisher.

Examines the life and political regime of Italy's Benito Mussolini, discussing his creation of the black shirt brigades, the effects of his alliance with Hitler on Italy, and his execution by Italian partisans.

Examines the relationship betwen Pope Pius XI and Benito Mussolini, discussing their distrust of democracy, hatred of Communism and their cooperation in helping fascism rise in Europe.

Discusses the political circumstances that led Italy into World War II, examining the effectiveness with which Mussolini seized power after arriving in Rome in 1922, and the weakening of the previous political system due to social fragmentation, unionization, inflation, and nationalism.

A political portrait of the totalitarian ruler reexamining the political, social and personal forces that shaped his regime.

Details the last days of the man who founded Fascism and ruled as dictator of Italy for almost 21 years.