Political Ideologies in France & Italy — 5-Volume Vintage Set

A curated selection of essential works exploring fascism, the far right, and the evolution of left and right-wing politics in France and Italy. These books offer deep historical insight, scholarly rigor, and rare vintage appeal.

Included in this set:

1/ Les Fascismes by Pierre Milza
Collection Notre Siècle, Imprimerie Nationale, 1985, 502 pages, softcover with dust jacket
2/ Les Droites en France by René Rémond
Collection Historique, Aubier, 1983, 544 pages, softcover
3/ La Gauche en France depuis 1900 by Jean Touchard
Collection Points Histoire, Seuil, 1977, 412 pages, softcover
4/ Le Fascisme Italien 1919–1945 by Pierre Milza & Serge Berstein
Collection Points Histoire, Seuil, 1980, 434 pages, softcover
5/ L’Extrême-Droite en France: de Maurras à Le Pen by Ariane Chebel d’Appollonia
Collection Questions au XXe Siècle, Éditions Complexe, 1988, 436 pages, softcover

Why it matters:
This set offers a sweeping and incisive view of political ideologies that shaped 20th-century France and Italy. From the intellectual and historical roots of fascism to the evolution of left and right-wing movements, each volume contributes to a nuanced understanding of power, resistance, and identity. Milza and Berstein’s work on Italian fascism pairs beautifully with Milza’s broader study of fascist ideologies, while Rémond and Touchard provide foundational texts on the French political spectrum. Chebel d’Appollonia’s analysis of the far right adds a contemporary edge, tracing the lineage from Maurras to Le Pen with clarity and depth. Together, these books form a rich academic tapestry—perfect for collectors, scholars, or anyone seeking to understand the ideological forces that continue to shape modern Europe.

Condition: Gently used vintage copies with light shelf wear. A few passages might be underlined in pencil in some books and can be erased if desired. The first page bears the name of the original owner—Elisabeth

One only— Curated from my personal library built during years of study at the Sorbonne., ready to ship from California.

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