The Authoritarian Personality by Theodor Adorno
Studies in Prejudice
This seminal work delves into the psychological underpinnings of authoritarianism, exploring how certain personality traits predispose individuals to adopt fascist and anti-democratic ideologies. Through a comprehensive study combining psychoanalytic theory and empirical research, the authors identify a constellation of characteristics, such as rigidity, conformity, and aggression, that contribute to a susceptibility to authoritarian beliefs. The book examines the social and familial influences that shape these traits, offering insights into the broader societal implications of authoritarian tendencies and the potential threats they pose to democratic institutions.
- Published
- 1950
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 990-1000
- Original Language
- English
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