Karl Polanyi and the Essence of Fascism

• In Event: 20th Century Political Thought

Brief Overview

I examine Karl Polanyi's article "The Essence of Fascism." He sees fascism as an attempt to overcome modern social dislocation. He demonstrates why fascist ideology is internally inconsistent, destructive, and yet remains strangely alluring to many.

Author

• Christopher Michael England, University of South Florida