Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor's 'End Times Fascism' Examines Global Right-Wing Trends
UKPulse News Desk
A new book by Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor, "End Times Fascism," analyses the rise of radical right-wing nationalism and its connection to the climate crisis and economic systems.
- Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor's book, "End Times Fascism," defines "end times fascism" as a convergence of interests responding to the climate crisis.
- The authors describe a loose alliance of three factions: religious fanatics, new tech barons, and political entrepreneurs.
- The book argues that fascism, in their definition, is a recurring tendency among elites when capitalism faces challenges.
A new book, "End Times Fascism," by Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor, offers an analysis of the rise of radical right-wing nationalism. The authors define "end times fascism" as a convergence of interests broadly understood as a response to the climate crisis.
Klein and Taylor identify a loose alliance of three main factions: religious fanatics, new tech barons, and political entrepreneurs. They suggest these groups are preparing for, and accelerating, what they perceive as the end of the world.
The authors argue that fascism is a recurring tendency among elites when capitalism is not functioning as desired and their positions are threatened. They describe it as "capitalism with bared teeth." The book also explores progressive responses and forms of resistance.
Why this matters: The book examines the increasing power of radical right-wing nationalism and its potential normalisation, including a UK party tipped to lead a future government.