Fascism From Mussolini to Trump by Emmy-nominated actor and

internationally best-selling author Geoffrey Giuliano is a gripping,

meticulously researched, and profoundly unsettling exploration of how the

poisonous ideology of fascism has endured and evolved from the early 20th

century into the modern political era. Giuliano begins with the rise of Benito

Mussolini in post-World War I Italy, examining how economic instability, social

unrest, and wounded national pride allowed a charismatic demagogue to seize

power by exploiting fear, nationalism, and propaganda. The audiobook delves

into the mechanics of Mussolini’s dictatorship—the suppression of free speech,

the dismantling of democratic institutions, and the brutal tactics used to

eliminate opposition, laying the groundwork for future authoritarian regimes.

Giuliano draws parallels to Adolf Hitler’s Third Reich, detailing how

fascist methods were refined and amplified under Nazi rule. He reveals how

these regimes gained support from ordinary people, corporations, and even

religious institutions, allowing hate and control to masquerade as strength and

order.

With a focus on the rise of Donald Trump in the United States, Giuliano

draws comparisons between the tactics used by classical fascist leaders and

those employed in today’s political climate—attacks on the free press,

demonization of immigrants and minorities, the glorification of militarism, and

the manipulation of truth through social media and partisan echo chambers..

Fascism From Mussolini to Trump is a vital and timely work that

challenges listeners to confront the uncomfortable truths about power,

complicity, and the fragile nature of democracy. It is a must-listen for anyone

seeking to understand the historical patterns behind today’s political turmoil,

and a call to remain vigilant in the face of rising authoritarianism.