Anarcho-Monarchism
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Anarcho-Monarchism is a fringe theoretical political philosophy with an anarchist system by which a benevolent monarchy governs the country, limiting itself to protecting rights.[1] Some scholars have drawn comparisons between the proposed system and feudalism.[2] Considered a far-right or reactionary philosophy, Anarcho-monarchism advocates for a society where the monarch exists primarily as a symbolic and cultural figurehead rather than an absolute ruler.[3][4][5] The ideology has been tied to notable figures such as J.R.R. Tolkien, G.K. Chesterton, Murray Rothbard, and Salvador Dalí, with Tolkien having written letters to his son, Christopher, praising the concept.[4][6][7] According to Polish-born Israeli historian Jacob Talmon, Anarcho-monarchism has roots in the 18th century.[8]
Tolkien advocated for a monarch uninterested in interfering in the lives of the people, or as he put it “a king whose chief interest in life is stamps, railways, or race-horses,” while also calling for “‘unconstitutional’ monarchy” that could use its absolute power only in worst-case scenarios.[4][9]
Anarcho-monarchism by country[edit]
France[edit]
The Lys Noir, or Black Lilyism movement which advocates for the legitimacy of Prince Sixtus Henry of Bourbon-Parma has been described as anarcho-monarchist.[10] In 2017, the party attempted to nominate Hugues Aufray for President of France.[11]
Sweden[edit]
Ivan Aguéli is credited with inspiring several Swedish anarcho-monarchists in the modern day.[12]
References[edit]
- ^ Bey, Hakim (2003). T.A.Z.: The Temporary Autonomous Zone, Ontological Anarchy, Poetic Terrorism. Autonomedia. ISBN 978-1-57027-151-9.
- ^ Skiba, Richard (2024-04-02). Shaping Worldviews:: Religious and Political Beliefs, Attitudes and Perceptions. Green Hill Publishing. ISBN 978-1-923156-93-7.
- ^ Qui, Insula (2018-03-25). Anarcho-Monarchism: A Collection of Essays from Insula Qui. Independently Published. ISBN 978-1-9806-5480-3.
- ^ a b c Hart, David Bentley (2010-11-12). "Anarcho-Monarchism". First Things. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
- ^ Davis, Michael Warren (2021-10-26). The Reactionary Mind: Why Conservative Isn't Enough. Simon and Schuster. ISBN 978-1-68451-146-4.
- ^ Médaille, John C. (2004). "Chesterton and Distributism". Communio: International Catholic Review, Vol. 31, No. 2, pp. 315-330.
- ^ Speaking of Liberty. Ludwig von Mises Institute. 2003. ISBN 978-1-61016-337-8.
- ^ Bergamin, Peter (2019-11-14). The Making of the Israeli Far-Right: Abba Ahimeir and Zionist Ideology. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-83860-478-3.
- ^ Hayes, Michael, "Smaug the Magnificent: A Critical Analysis of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Anarcho-monarchism" (2017)
- ^ "Quand une revue d'extrême droite rêve d'un putsch militaire". Le Monde (in French). 2013-06-07. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
- ^ "Hugues Aufray : une vraie-fausse candidature à l'insu de son plein gré". Le Point (in French). 2017-01-04. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
- ^ Sedgwick, Mark (2021-04-08). Anarchist, Artist, Sufi: The Politics, Painting, and Esotericism of Ivan Aguéli. Bloomsbury Publishing. ISBN 978-1-350-17791-8.