From Hitler's escape in a flying saucer to the myth of the Illuminati, an essay delves into the irrational beliefs of the far right

Stéphane François explores the influence of irrational beliefs on far-right ideologies in his book "Irrationnelle." He argues that irrationalism has been a consistent theme from 19th-century esotericism to contemporary conspiracy theories. The study of this relationship is challenging due to a lack of academic references, as French academia is hesitant to address the connections between radical right movements and irrationalism, unlike Anglo-Saxon scholarship.