Fire in the Minds of Men: Origins of the Revolutionary Faith

This is one of the great history books of our time. Billington provides a comprehensive account of the revolutionary obsession from the 18th until the 20th century. He examines in particular national and socialist revolution and the cast of sometimes bizarre characters, cults and conspiracies that peppered these movements. Beautifully written, it is a joy to read. Billington treats his subject matter with empathy but is by no means a revolutionist himself. Gibbon's "Decline aand Fall of the Roman Empire" is still being read today more than three centuries after it was penned. Billington's book will be a must read centuries from now too.

I enjoy reading this book because it provides information about how Revolutions begin and the concepts supporting the Revolutionary's ideology.

This book deals with the development of revolutionary theories and practices from the French Revolution, through Marx and Engels, and into the 20th Century. Billington traces how revolutionaries came to think of their actions as eventually creating a utopia, even if they would not live to see it. This quasi-religious viewpoint can be seen in the radical religious movements currently active in the world.

I have not read this book yet but I know it is a classic and was highly recommended by the distinguished Dr. Stanley Monteith. I recommend a youtube video. Here is the youtube title: The Forbidden Secret Dr. Stanley Monteith

its a good read

Excellent account of all the major revolutions in history. Strongly recommend it.

Amazing book that all should read

Great service and product. Extremely important work. I have read other similar material. By Jordan Maxwell. This is a must in any one's collection.