{"title":"George Michael","description":"\u003cp\u003eGeorge Michael’s work offers incisive explorations into the dynamics of far-right movements, particularly within the United States. His analyses delve into the roots and repercussions of right-wing extremism and terrorism, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of these complex political phenomena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending detailed research with compelling narrative, his books often intersect politics and biography, shedding light on influential figures and the broader currents shaping contemporary political landscapes. Readers can expect a rigorous yet accessible approach to some of today’s most pressing issues in \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"confronting-right-wing-extremism-and-terrorism-in-the-usa-by-george-michael-9780415628440","title":"Confronting Right Wing Extremism and Terrorism in the USA","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book examines the response to right-wing extremism in the US from both the government and non-governmental organisations. It provides a detailed portrait of the contemporary extreme right in the US, including interviews with several of the movement's leading figures from groups such as the Ku Klux Klan, Militias, American Renaissance and the White Aryan Resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author also explains how the activities of these racist groups have been curbed due to the campaigning efforts of anti-racist and anti-fascist watchdogs who have helped to shape and influence government policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConfronting Right Wing Extremism and Terrorism in the USA\u003c\/em\u003e by George Michael offers an insightful exploration of these dynamics and their impact on American society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605260615916,"sku":"9780415628440","price":233.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780415628440-confronting-right-wing-extremism-and-terrorism-in-the-usa.jpg?v=1778129371"},{"product_id":"willis-carto-and-the-american-far-right-by-george-michael-9780813081717","title":"Willis Carto and the American Far Right","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA biography of an influential radical conservative who sought to unite the far right\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWillis Carto and the American Far Right\u003c\/em\u003e offers a comprehensive look into the life of Willis Carto (1926-2015), arguably the most important radical conservative in postwar America. Best known as the founder of the infamous Liberty Lobby, he significantly influenced the far right's stance on issues such as immigration, globalization, multiculturalism, Holocaust denial, and conflict in the Middle East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGranted remarkable personal access to the notoriously reclusive Carto, George Michael has crafted a fascinating biography. Throughout his long political career, Carto endeavoured to unite the various movements that comprise the far right. To achieve this, he reached out to individuals from both the fringe and the mainstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichael provides an account of the various publishing and organisational ventures in which Carto was involved, including the Institute for Historical Review, \u003cem\u003eThe Spotlight\u003c\/em\u003e, Youth for Wallace, the Populist Party, \u003cem\u003eAmerican Free Press\u003c\/em\u003e, and the political career of David Duke. The result is a captivating portrait of this dedicated, frightening, and controversial man.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47934427824364,"sku":"9780813081717","price":81.53,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780813081717-willis-carto-and-the-american-far-right.jpg?v=1783918787"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/george-michael.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}