Fascism and Paganism: A brief comparison of Nazism, Communism and Islam [Hardcover]

Craig Read (Author)

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Publication Date: September 15, 2006

Fascism is not a 'modern' era phenomenon nor is it unique. It has been the de-facto organizing principle of mankind for most of history. Paganism is a form of pre-modern fascism. Most religious orthodoxies are of course premised on pagan cults. Modern fascism uses the guise of spirituality in the form of paganism to spiritually justify its assault on civilization. When the two are fused - spiritual paganism with modern fascism - you have a violent and hate-filled philosophy that finds its expression in Hitlerism, Communism and Islam. This book compares these three modern forms of an age old evil that has been the main obstacle to human progress. This book was written after extensive research, travel, interviews and help from others more knowledgeable on certain topics. I don't pretend to be an expert in all the areas of historical political and economic development. Nor am I posing as the expert investigator on any of the chosen themes that populate the work. Thousands of more competent analysts exist in each area. I wrote this book to objectively narrate a common thread and threat in human history, namely that of Fascism and its 'orientalist' genetic composition. It is important in life to impartially record reality, to see the world for what it is and to defend our civilization against utopia's, fantasies and evil. In this regard we need more literature and expositions which make the link between the various ideologies which are in essence pagan cults; their commonality throughout history; and their threat to civilization. It is the threat posed to civilization by immoderate Islam - another type of pagan cult - that prompted the creation of this summary work. Let me explain as well what this book is not. It is not a diatribe against individual Muslims; it is not a declaration of hate against any non-Western people, lands or empires; it is not intended to be the most detailed study of any of the fascist cults past or present; and it is not intended to supplant any of the existing literature on Nazism, Stalinism, or Islam. The book does intend however, to show a common framework amongst the pagan ideologies that have tried to end mankind's development and extinguish liberty. To keep the book short and concise I have chosen to focus on three primary cults, namely; Hitler's Germany, Lenin-Stalinism in Russia, and Islam. I could have discussed other cults and movements but the essential points I want to make can be given by examining these three ideological fascisms. The conclusions formed by such a comparison can be extended to various other criminal ideologies and regimes throughout mankind's history. I hope the book clarifies some ideals, opens some minds and gives some food for thought. You can read the book in its entirety or skip to a chapter that is of more interest. I have tried to keep all the footnotes down to a minimum, though I do source all ideas that are not my own. If you have any questions on sources, content or where my ideas come from then please ask. As for people who constantly harp that criticism is akin to hate speech, do some reading, live in a fascist state and understand what freedom really means. My website is www.craigread.com Craig Read Toronto, Canada [Happy home of a corrupt, paternalistic, over-governed Socialist State.]

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After working for a few large IT firms Read born in 1966, is currently an entrepreneur and Venture Capital Advisor and Managing Consultant for Wireless and Mobile technologies [including the internet] and in particular, in software applications for the Wireless or Mobile Industry. Read has performed consulting, business and technical strategy and bought/sold firms in this market space for 12 years and has worked and lived in Europe, Canada, the USA, Mexico, Chile and Russia. Read has published various articles on Information Technology in European and North American Journals. In addition to a consuming interest in Technology Read believes that smaller government, rational spending, freedom of choice, political plurality, liberal laws and constitution's, as well as a strong and projectionist military force, are needed to ensure the continuance of the Western enlightenment tradition and the maintenance of Western national power. Read has studied extensively the modern historical period and has published 2 books on Winston Churchill (1997 and 2000) and one on `America and Europe; Conflict and Power' (2004). Read has been in a few locales a political consultant, advisor, writer as well as contributor to newspapers, articles, webzines and political organizations. Read has the following education: * 07/1992 - 10/1993, Nijenrode University, The Netherlands School of Business, Breukelen The Netherlands, International MBA Program, Cum Laude Graduate, Focus on Entrepreneurship and Technology;* 10/1984 - 06/1988 University of Western Ontario, Richard Ivey School of Business, London Ontario, Honours Business Administration, Top echelon graduate; * 2001 Harvard University, Boston * Certificate in Computer Science;* 02/1997 - 12/1999 MA, University of Kent at Canterbury and London School of International Relations with a thesis on Globalization and Regionalism. Toronto Wireless User Group President 2002 to current. Read has his own website on various issues dealing with Canadian and International topics.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 228 pages
• Publisher: The Earnshaw Press (September 15, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1425720242
• ISBN-13: 978-1425720247
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.3 x 1 inches
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• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Love It, April 26, 2007

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Tom Chapman - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fascism and Paganism: A brief comparison of Nazism, Communism and Islam (Paperback)

This book is a good read and clearly lays out the common elements between the 3 great ideologies that have tried, and in the case of Islam are still trying to destroy the word. It hangs well together, is logically built up and well researched. It is not too long and is a good intro along with many other works on the Islamic threat. I read this along with Robert Spencer's book on 'the Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam' and recommend both.

12 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Is fascism a Pagan philosophy?, August 21, 2007

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Jill Malter ([e-mail]) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fascism and Paganism: A brief comparison of Nazism, Communism and Islam (Paperback)

This is an interesting book. It blames some counterproductive fascist philosophies on Paganism. Since I am a Pagan, I'm a little suspicious of this hypothesis, but I will agree that some Pagans have chosen to ally themselves with fascists in the past century.

Yes, some Pagans did side with the National Socialists during World War Two. After all, European Pagans had, in effect, been outlaws for centuries. In National Socialist Germany, Pagans actually got one of their first breaks in all that time. But those who sided with the National Socialists made a strategic and moral mistake. When Germany lost the war, these folks (as well as, to some extent, Paganism itself) were discredited.

A number of anti-monotheist philosophers wound up supporting the National Socialists in World War Two. Cioran strikes me as an embarrassing example of this. And it leads one to ask just what the connection might be between Paganism and fascism.

The monotheistic religions are the ones that tend to make claims to believe in a deity who rules not just some group or nation but the entire world. And it is natural for some of them to adopt an aggressive stance towards other nations and to insist on converting, ruling, or oppressing the people of those nations. But there are also options for Pagans to act badly in this respect: Pagans tend to worship local Goddesses and Gods and can be very nationalistic. As one who hails Odin, I am well aware of this. In addition, Pagans can support fascist monotheistic nationalists even if they are anything but monotheistic nationalists themselves: I consider Starhawk to be an example of this phenomenon.

In this book, Craig Read takes a somewhat different tack on all this. To him, Paganism is a discredited idea, and many failed or counterproductive social ideas are outgrowths of it: Communism, National Socialism, and so on. And that includes, um, Islamism. To Read, the "inner core" of Islam is "very much a Pagan Arab cult." More precisely, a moon cult. And I can see his point: many dictatorships look like national cults with the leaders being the deities. In these dictatorships, gangs are employed as the political tools for implementing policies.

I understand these arguments, but I think that monotheism is as bad or worse in these respects. Monotheism has often combined nationalism with insistence on aggression against the "non-believers." Monotheism has often emphasized conformity to specific rules. Paganism generally offers far more choices, freedom, and privacy, given the large number of Gods and Goddesses one can follow. I think Read has overlooked the benefits of Paganism and has tended to mischaracterize it.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Politically Incorrect But Accurate, April 26, 2007

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Malcom - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fascism and Paganism: A brief comparison of Nazism, Communism and Islam (Paperback)

The book makes you think about Islam in a totally different way, not the way the media has presented it. The author makes the valid point that while not all Muslims are brainwashed by their religion, there is something inherently wrong with Islam that promotes violence and hate. I read this book in connection with some other books on this topic and it is a valuable resource to understand what is going on right now in the world.