THE WORLD AT WAR

THE WORLD AT WAR

Arthur Ponsonby

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Editorial:
Jamil Jambo
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781636521916
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The World at War by Arthur Ponsonby offers a critical examination of global conflict during the early twentieth century, focusing on the causes, conduct, and consequences of modern warfare. Written by a statesman and peace advocate, the book reflects on how nations mobilize public opinion, justify violence, and shape narratives during times of war.Ponsonby analyzes political decision-making, propaganda, and international relations, encouraging readers to question commonly accepted wartime assumptions. Rather than presenting a battlefield chronicle alone, the work provides thoughtful commentary on the moral and social dimensions of war and its lasting impact on societies worldwide.This book is a valuable resource for readers interested in World War I history, political analysis, peace studies, and the intellectual debates surrounding war and diplomacy in the modern era.

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