The Abolition of War

'The Abolition of War' is a compelling and influential exploration of the moral, social, and political arguments against armed conflict. Written in the wake of the First World War, authors Sherwood Eddy and Kirby Page present a powerful case for international pacifism and the total eradication of war as an instrument of national policy.The work is divided into two distinct sections: the first examines the case against war from a humanitarian and ethical perspective, while the second explores the practical possibilities of maintaining world peace through international cooperation and justice. As central figures in the early 20th-century peace movement, Eddy and Page analyze the catastrophic consequences of modern warfare and challenge the prevailing belief that war is an inevitable aspect of human civilization.This book serves as a cornerstone of pacifist literature, offering a visionary look at a world governed by law and morality rather than force. It remains a vital document for readers interested in the history of the peace movement, the development of the Social Gospel, and the evolution of international relations theory.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.