Books matching: fascist conspiracy
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Save:'The Plot to Seize the White House' by Jules Archer delves into the shocking true story of a conspiracy to overthrow FDR, led by wealthy plutocrats aiming to install a fascist government in the United States. Through a detailed examination of General Smedly Butler's heroic exploits and courageous stand against corruption and hypocrisy, the book serves as a warning against the dangers of wealth-driven corruption and criminality. Archer's narrative highlights Butler's unwavering commitment to upholding The Bill of Rights and his pivotal role in exposing the fascist plot to seize power.
Butler's involvement in the coup, his testimony at a secret congressional committee meeting, and the subsequent investigative journalism that uncovered the truth behind the conspiracy form a riveting storyline that showcases Butler's resilience and determination to thwart the sinister plans of the plotters. Archer masterfully weaves together historical events, Butler's military career, and the clash between power-hungry elites and the principles of democracy, creating a compelling narrative that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history.
Perspiring on the raw-wood platform in the broiling heat of a July day in Washington, Major General Smedley Darlington Butler, retired, took off his coat, rolled up his sleeves, and opened his collar.... - #2
Save:Famous Last Words by Timothy Findley is a historical novel that intricately weaves together figures like Ezra Pound, the Duke of Windsor, Wallace Simpson, Charles Lindbergh, and Sir Harry Oakes amidst a backdrop of WWII fascism and conspiracy. The novel delves into themes of ambition, love, loyalty, and the sinister interplay between egotism and fascism, all set within a web of international intrigue and historical events.
The plot of Famous Last Words unfolds as a blend of thriller, horror, and meditation on history and the human soul. The writing style captures the essence of corruption, faded glamour, and murder, while presenting a richly crafted plot that constantly surprises and astounds the reader.
All he took with him was his notebooks: some of them packed in his attaché case, others jammed and crammed into a cardboard valise whose corners and handles were riveted with brass. Time and panic had...
