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The Ethics of Force (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

H. E. Warner

 
9781330369265: The Ethics of Force (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This work asks how patriotism and faith shape war and peace, offering a bold critique of the justifications for force.

The text frames patriotism as more than national loyalty, imagining a future where a global confederation safeguards all races and lands. It argues that true progress requires moving from old martial glory to a fellowship grounded in reason, humanity, and shared values.



Readers will encounter a historical and theological critique of how Christianity has sometimes supported warfare, and how that stance affects policy and conscience. The author weighs past empires, wars, and the costs of violence to illuminate a path toward peaceful cooperation and lawful restraint.




  • A clear challenge to traditional justifications for war and how religion can influence them.

  • A vision of a world peace backed by law, mutual security, and global citizenship.

  • Historical examples and reasoning about the costs and benefits of armed conflict.

  • Practical reflections on how higher ideals could guide national and international policy.



Ideal for readers of political philosophy, ethics, and history who seek a principled examination of war, patriotism, and the future of humanity.


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