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Fuller presents a compelling history and analysis of the neoconservative movement. Focusing on the six original neoconservatives--Irving Kristol, Gertrude Himmelfarb, Norman Podhoretz, Midge Decter, Daniel Bell, and Nathan Glazer--the author suggests that the movement constitutes a sort of anti-ideological ideology. That is to say, neoconservatives embrace ideological methodologies and forms in order to combat an array of leftist-oriented ideologies. Indeed, devotees of what Fuller calls the old Right have at times been quite critical of their neoconservative brethren for this very reason. While traditional conservatives from Edmund Burke to Russell Kirk have decried all manner of ideologies dedicated to the overthrow of the dominant class du jour, neoconservatives have determined to overthrow the dominant class of ideologues...Overall the book effectively dispels many myths surrounding neoconservatism while acknowledging both the nuances and the common traits that define one of the most influential political movements of the last 50 years. Summing Up: Recommended. CHOICE Taking the Fight to the Enemy is well-written, well-researched, and cogently argued. In my view, it will provide a balanced overview of the subject for scholars and the general public alike. -- Daniel J. Mahoney, Augustine Chair in Distinguished Scholarship at Assumption College

Taking the Fight to the Enemy is well-written, well-researched, and cogently argued. In my view, it will provide a balanced overview of the subject for scholars and the general public alike. --Mahoney, Daniel J.

Taking the Fight to the Enemy is well-written, well-researched, and cogently argued. In my view, it will provide a balanced overview of the subject for scholars and the general public alike. -- Mahoney, Daniel J.

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Adam L. Fuller has taught political philosophy, American government, and international relations at California State University-San Bernardino, Pittsburgh State University, Missouri Southern State University, and the University of Lodz.

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