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Title: The World War and What was Behind It; Or, The Story of the Map of Europe
Note: Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The World War and What was Behind It; Or, The Story of the Map of Europe" by L. P. Bénézet is a historical account written in the early 20th century, during the tumultuous period surrounding World War I. The book aims to elucidate the complex geopolitical and historical factors that led to the outbreak of the Great War, particularly focusing on the intricate relationships among various European nationalities and the consequences of arbitrary political boundaries that have shaped modern Europe. The opening of the book presents the author's reasoning for writing, inspired by a series of talks given to a diverse audience in 1914 that highlighted the public's desire to understand the war's underlying causes in simple terms. It argues that many Americans have little comprehension of European dynamics, including the complicated tapestry of races and languages that contribute to ongoing conflicts. Bénézet emphasizes the importance of understanding these historical and social factors, including the arbitrary political boundaries imposed on distinct nationalities, which have fueled tensions over centuries and led to the catastrophic events of the world war. The chapter sets the stage for an exploration of Europe's historical landscape, suggesting that a deeper understanding could be essential to fostering peace and preventing future conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bénézet, Louis Paul, 1878-1961
EBook No.: 11200
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 184
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Causes
Subject: Europe -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The World War and What was Behind It; Or, The Story of the Map of Europe
Note: Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Distributed Proofreaders
Summary: "The World War and What was Behind It; Or, The Story of the Map of Europe" by L. P. Bénézet is a historical account written in the early 20th century, during the tumultuous period surrounding World War I. The book aims to elucidate the complex geopolitical and historical factors that led to the outbreak of the Great War, particularly focusing on the intricate relationships among various European nationalities and the consequences of arbitrary political boundaries that have shaped modern Europe. The opening of the book presents the author's reasoning for writing, inspired by a series of talks given to a diverse audience in 1914 that highlighted the public's desire to understand the war's underlying causes in simple terms. It argues that many Americans have little comprehension of European dynamics, including the complicated tapestry of races and languages that contribute to ongoing conflicts. Bénézet emphasizes the importance of understanding these historical and social factors, including the arbitrary political boundaries imposed on distinct nationalities, which have fueled tensions over centuries and led to the catastrophic events of the world war. The chapter sets the stage for an exploration of Europe's historical landscape, suggesting that a deeper understanding could be essential to fostering peace and preventing future conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Bénézet, Louis Paul, 1878-1961
EBook No.: 11200
Published: Feb 1, 2004
Downloads: 184
Language: English
Subject: World War, 1914-1918 -- Causes
Subject: Europe -- History
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.