Political Religion Beyond Totalitarianism: The Sacralization of Politics in the Age of Democracy

Augusteijn, J.; Dassen, P.; Janse, M.

The success of fascist and communist regimes has long been explained by their ability to turn political ideology into a type of religion. These innovative essays explore the notion that all forms of modern mass-politics, including democracies, need a form of sacralization to function.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2013-01-29

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9781137291714

DOI: 10.1057/9781137291721

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 273