Discourses on War
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Discourses On War is a collection of essays and speeches by William Ellery Channing, a prominent American Unitarian minister and social reformer of the 19th century. The book explores the moral and ethical implications of war, arguing that it is a destructive force that undermines human progress and violates fundamental principles of justice and compassion. Channing draws on a range of historical and philosophical sources to make his case, including the Bible, classical literature, and the writings of Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke and Immanuel Kant. He also addresses contemporary issues such as the Mexican-American War and the abolition of slavery, arguing that these conflicts are rooted in systemic injustices that must be addressed through peaceful means. Throughout the book, Channing advocates for a vision of society based on cooperation, mutual respect, and the pursuit of common goals, rather than the use of violence and coercion. Discourses On War is a powerful and thought-provoking work that remains relevant to contemporary debates about the role of war in human affairs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
| ISBN-13 | 9781430447313 |
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| ISBN-10 | 1430447311 |
| Weight | 0.95 Pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.00 x 0.66 x 9.00 In |
| List Price | $28.95 |
| Format | - |
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| Language | English |
| Pages | 292 pages |
| Publisher | Kessinger Publishing |
| Published On | 2007-01-01 |
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