Lukacs, John

Examines political changes in Europe and the U.S. during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and maintains that Western democracy is following the same course as that of Nazi Germany where populists seized power, took control of the media, and manipulated public elections.

Offers penetrating insights and a new portrait of Hitler and Stalin, moved by their long-lasting inclinations.

Explores the speech that Winston Churchill made to the House of Commons on May 13, 1940. In his first speech as Prime Minister, Churchill, though lacking confidence in himself and his ability to defend his nation against Hitler's army, succeeded in inspiring England.