How to Spot a Fascist

<div> <p align="justify" style="font-weight: 600">We are here to remember what happened and to declare solemnly that ‘they’ must never do it again. But who are ‘they’? </p> <p align="justify"><em>How to Spot a Fascist</em> is a selection of three thought-provoking essays on freedom and fascism, censorship and tolerance – including Eco’s iconic essay ‘Ur-Fascism’, which lists the fourteen essential characteristics of fascism, and draws on his own personal experiences growing up in the shadow of Mussolini. </p> <p align="justify">Umberto Eco remains one of the greatest writers and cultural commentators of the last century. In these pertinent pieces, he warns against prejudice and abuses of power and proves a wise and insightful guide for our times. </p> <p align="justify">If we strive to learn from our collective history and come together in challenging times, we can hope for a peaceful and tolerant future. </p> <p align="justify">Freedom and liberation are never-ending tasks. Let this be our motto:</p> <h1 align="center">"Do not forget."</h1> <p><br></p> <p align="justify"><strong>Umberto Eco</strong> (1932–2016) wrote fiction, literary criticism and philosophy. His first novel, <em>The Name of the Rose</em>, was a major international bestseller. His other works include <em>Foucault’s Pendulum</em>, <em>The Island of the Day Before, Baudolino</em>, <em>The Mysterious Flame of Queen Loana, The Prague Cemetery</em> and <em>Numero Zero</em> along with many brilliant collections of essays.</p></div>