THE WAR THAT WILL END WAR

H. G. Wells

дек. 2017 г. · e-artnow

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This is a 1914 pamphlet addressing the anti-war and pacifist elements in Britain entitled "The War That Will End War." Its title became proverbial almost instantly and is used to refer to the First World War even today. Contents: Chapter I. Why Britain Went to War Chapter II. The Sword of Peace Chapter III. Hands Off the People's Food Chapter IV. Concerning Mr. Maximilian Craft Chapter V. The Most Necessary Measures in the World Chapter VI. The Need of a New Map of Europe Chapter VII. The Opportunity of Liberalism Chapter VIII. The Liberal Fear of Russia Chapter IX. An Appeal to the American People Chapter X. Common Sense and the Balkan States Chapter XI. The War of the Mind Herbert George "H. G." Wells (1866 – 1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells was now considered to be one of the world's most important political thinkers and during the 1920s and 30s he was in great demand as a contributor to newspapers and journals.