Shaping the Superman Fascist Body as Political Icon : Aryan Fascism

Shaping the Superman Fascist Body as Political Icon: Aryan Fascism by J. A. Mangan, published by Taylor & Francis US in 1999, is a scholarly examination of masculinity and the muscular male body as a moral symbol. This 215-page work delves into the Nazi regime’s fixation on the male body as an emblem of political power, analyzing the ideologies and theories that underpinned this obsession. Written in English, the book offers a critical perspective on the intersection of art, history, and political science.

Readers will find a thorough exploration of how the muscular male form was utilized as a political icon within fascist ideologies. The study addresses themes related to masculinity, fascism, and totalitarianism, providing insights into the social constructs that shaped these beliefs. Mangan’s work contributes to the discourse on men’s studies and the cultural implications of sports and recreation in the context of political power. This edition invites a deeper understanding of the historical and ideological frameworks that informed the Nazi preoccupation with the male body.