The United States and the War by Gilbert Murray
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| Author | Murray, Gilbert, 1866-1957 |
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| LoC No. | 16025144 |
| Title | The United States and the War |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The United States and the War" by Gilbert Murray is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically during World War I. The book explores the relationship between the U.S. and the wider implications of the war, reflecting on the American psyche and the country's stance of neutrality during a time of international conflict. Murray examines the expectations of Britain from America and the complexities rooted in American identity and isolationism. In the book, Murray articulates the frustrations felt by the British towards American reluctance to intervene in the war, illustrating various psychological and cultural factors that contribute to this stance. He discusses historical grievances, America's view of its own isolation and prosperity in contrast to European turmoil, and the inherent contradictions in American foreign policy. The author also presents the potential consequences of American neutrality, alongside a burgeoning movement for preparedness that could culminate in an eventual shift toward global engagement or increased isolation. Throughout, Murray invites the reader to consider the deeper meanings behind national identities and their roles in shaping a world at war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Causes |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- United States |
| Subject | United States -- Defenses |
| Subject | Neutrality -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35726 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 125 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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