Perpetual Peace: A Philosophical Essay by Immanuel Kant
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| Author | Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804 |
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| Translator | Smith, Mary Campbell |
| LoC No. | 38005918 |
| Uniform Title | Zum ewigen Frieden. English |
| Title | Perpetual Peace: A Philosophical Essay |
| Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Perpetual Peace: A Philosophical Essay" by Immanuel Kant is a philosophical treatise written in the late 18th century. The essay presents Kant's arguments for achieving lasting international peace, addressing the complexities and contradictions inherent in human relations and the state of nations. The primary focus is on the moral principles and political structures that could foster a stable environment free of war among states. The opening of the work introduces the context of the essay and discusses the importance of Kant's ideas against the backdrop of the ongoing interest in peace movements during his time. It highlights the historical evolution of thoughts surrounding war and peace, as well as the various philosophical influences on Kant, including the desire for a federation of nations that prioritizes mutual cooperation and moral governance. Kant argues that achieving perpetual peace requires facing the harsh realities of political life while aspiring towards moral ideals, suggesting that true peace can only be realized through a collective legal framework among states and the establishment of republican governments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JX: Political science: International law |
| Subject | Peace |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50922 |
| Release Date | Jan 14, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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