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Which Way to Peace? Illustrated
Bertrand Russell
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Andrii Ponomarenko
Andrii Ponomarenko
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Publication Year:
2025
2025
ISBN-13:
9786178563202
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In Which Way to Peace?, Bertrand Russell presents a compelling and thought-provoking analysis of the causes of war and the possibilities for achieving lasting peace. Written during the turbulent years leading up to World War II, this book examines the political, economic, and psychological forces that drive nations toward conflict and offers a rational approach to preventing future wars.
Russell critiques nationalism, militarism, and the pursuit of power as key factors that fuel international tensions. He argues that traditional approaches to diplomacy and warfare are outdated and inadequate in an era of technological and military advancements. Instead, he advocates for international cooperation, economic reform, and the establishment of a global authority capable of preventing aggression and ensuring security for all nations.
At the heart of Russell’s argument is the belief that reason, education, and ethical responsibility must guide human affairs. He warns against the dangers of propaganda, blind patriotism, and economic inequalities that contribute to hostility between nations. His vision for peace is not naive idealism but a carefully reasoned strategy based on historical lessons and political realities.
Though written in the early 20th century, Which Way to Peace? remains strikingly relevant today. As conflicts continue to shape global politics, Russell’s insights serve as a crucial reminder of the importance of diplomacy, cooperation, and rational problem-solving in the pursuit of a more peaceful world. This book is essential reading for those interested in history, international relations, and the philosophy of peace.
Russell critiques nationalism, militarism, and the pursuit of power as key factors that fuel international tensions. He argues that traditional approaches to diplomacy and warfare are outdated and inadequate in an era of technological and military advancements. Instead, he advocates for international cooperation, economic reform, and the establishment of a global authority capable of preventing aggression and ensuring security for all nations.
At the heart of Russell’s argument is the belief that reason, education, and ethical responsibility must guide human affairs. He warns against the dangers of propaganda, blind patriotism, and economic inequalities that contribute to hostility between nations. His vision for peace is not naive idealism but a carefully reasoned strategy based on historical lessons and political realities.
Though written in the early 20th century, Which Way to Peace? remains strikingly relevant today. As conflicts continue to shape global politics, Russell’s insights serve as a crucial reminder of the importance of diplomacy, cooperation, and rational problem-solving in the pursuit of a more peaceful world. This book is essential reading for those interested in history, international relations, and the philosophy of peace.
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