An Inquiry into the Nature of Peace and the Terms of Its Perpetuation by Veblen
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"An Inquiry into the Nature of Peace and the Terms of Its Perpetuation" by Thorstein Veblen is a socio-political treatise written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complex relationship between nations, peace, and war, critiquing the inherent preconceptions surrounding these concepts, particularly looking at the role of the state in perpetuating peace or inciting war. Veblen's examination is not just philosophical, but also historical and sociological, analyzing the
driving forces behind human behavior in the context of national constructs. The opening of the inquiry sets a reflective tone, referencing Kant's earlier thoughts on peace and outlining the ongoing struggle to achieve lasting peace in the modern world. Veblen discusses the intrinsic nature of nations' motivations for war, highlighting that breaches of peace historically stem from state decisions influenced by popular sentiment. He underscores the tension between the perceived glory of war and the moral considerations of peace, alluding to how nationalism often engenders conflict. This foundational section establishes a critical framework for Veblen's analysis of patriotism and its role in shaping the dynamics of war and peace, suggesting that understanding peace requires an exploration of the historical and social factors contributing to international hostilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Veblen, Thorstein, 1857-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | An Inquiry into the Nature of Peace and the Terms of Its Perpetuation |
| Credits |
Produced by Irma pehar, Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. (This file made using scans of public domain works at the University of Georgia.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 31.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JX: Political science: International law |
| Subject | Peace |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Peace |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20694 |
| Release Date | Feb 27, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 579 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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