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Uniform Title: Common sense about the war. Finnish
Title: Järjen sanoja sodasta: Englantilaisen "kapinoitsijan" arvostelua
Note: Reading ease score: 22.6 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Järjen sanoja sodasta: Englantilaisen 'kapinoitsijan' arvostelua" by Bernard Shaw is a political critique written in the early 20th century. The text examines the folly and the social dynamics surrounding the outbreak of World War I, criticizing militarism and the societal structures that contribute to such conflicts. Shaw's arguments suggest a deep introspection on national identities and the motivations behind war, which may appeal to readers interested in historical and philosophical discussions on war and politics. The opening of the work sets a critical tone, as the author calls for reasoned discourse about the war's impact and the absurdity of militaristic ideologies. Shaw reflects on the panic experienced by civilians in England and questions prevailing narratives that unify nations against a common enemy. He introduces the concepts of "junkers" and "militarists" while challenging the reader to consider the long-term consequences of warfare, emphasizing that the real danger lies in the ideologies that provoke conflicts, rather than the individuals securely ensconced in their privileged positions. This expository start establishes Shaw's intention to dissect the sociopolitical factors leading to war, all while showcasing his dramatic style and wit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950
Translator: Wallenius, Toivo, 1881-1919
EBook No.: 53543
Published: Nov 17, 2016
Downloads: 43
Language: Finnish
Subject: World War, 1914-1918
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Common sense about the war. Finnish
Title: Järjen sanoja sodasta: Englantilaisen "kapinoitsijan" arvostelua
Note: Reading ease score: 22.6 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Järjen sanoja sodasta: Englantilaisen 'kapinoitsijan' arvostelua" by Bernard Shaw is a political critique written in the early 20th century. The text examines the folly and the social dynamics surrounding the outbreak of World War I, criticizing militarism and the societal structures that contribute to such conflicts. Shaw's arguments suggest a deep introspection on national identities and the motivations behind war, which may appeal to readers interested in historical and philosophical discussions on war and politics. The opening of the work sets a critical tone, as the author calls for reasoned discourse about the war's impact and the absurdity of militaristic ideologies. Shaw reflects on the panic experienced by civilians in England and questions prevailing narratives that unify nations against a common enemy. He introduces the concepts of "junkers" and "militarists" while challenging the reader to consider the long-term consequences of warfare, emphasizing that the real danger lies in the ideologies that provoke conflicts, rather than the individuals securely ensconced in their privileged positions. This expository start establishes Shaw's intention to dissect the sociopolitical factors leading to war, all while showcasing his dramatic style and wit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Shaw, Bernard, 1856-1950
Translator: Wallenius, Toivo, 1881-1919
EBook No.: 53543
Published: Nov 17, 2016
Downloads: 43
Language: Finnish
Subject: World War, 1914-1918
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918)
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.