Readings on Fascism and National Socialism Selected by members of the department of philosophy, University of Colorado

This anthology brings together seminal writings that examine the philosophical underpinnings of fascist and National‑Socialist thought. Intended for students of social philosophy, the selections invite readers to confront the core ideas presented by figures such as Mussolini, Rocco, Gentile, and a range of scholars on the German movement, prompting careful comparison with alternative political visions.

The collection is organized thematically, beginning with Mussolini’s own articulation of fascism as a “spiritualised” conception of life, then moving through legal and cultural interpretations, and concluding with essays that explore the relationship between National Socialism and fields like medicine. By presenting these primary texts side by side, the volume encourages listeners to assess the internal coherence of each doctrine and to weigh its moral acceptability within broader philosophical debates.