The Beast Reawakens
| Company type | Book |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 1997 |
| Founder | Martin A. Lee |
| Products | Non-fiction book |
The Beast Reawakens—later expanded with the subtitle Fascism's Resurgence from Hitler's Spymasters to Today's Neo-Nazi Groups and Right-Wing Extremists, is a 1997 publication by investigative reporter Martin A. Lee. This work explores how traditional fascists managed to endure and how fascism has reemerged since 1944. It sheds light on ODESSA operations during the Cold War, the global fascist alliances, and their impact on mainstream right-wing political spheres.
Contents
The book begins with a quotation from T. E. Lawrence's Seven Pillars of Wisdom, a text admired by Hitler’s special forces leader, SS-Standartenführer Otto Skorzeny. Skorzeny is portrayed as a pivotal figure bridging historic fascism with its modern iterations. To demonstrate fascism’s ongoing evolution and survival after World War II, Lee profiles several such individuals.
Background and publication history
Investigative journalist Martin A. Lee wrote The Beast Reawakens, which was initially published in 1997 by Little, Brown and Company. A revised edition in paperback was later issued by Routledge in 2000.
Reception
In The New York Times, Joshua Rubinstein referred to the book as "a vivid survey of fascist resurgence throughout Europe." Publishers Weekly described it as an "engaging, insightful inquiry" that unfolds like a thriller, while Library Journal highlighted its significance amid the rise of militia movements. Conversely, Shofar (journal) provided a mixed assessment, finding the central argument underwhelming but the narrative enjoyable. The Sunday Telegraph criticized the primary thesis but recognized the detailed exposition on Nazi governmental connections.
External links
- Introduction to The Beast Reawakens by Martin A. Lee.