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Ellis, Havelock
1859
1939
Ellis, Henry Havelock
Essays in War-Time: Further Studies in the Task of Social Hygiene
Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Introduction -- Evolution and war -- War and eugenics -- Morality in warfare -- Is war diminishing? -- War and the birth-rate -- War and democracy -- Feminism and masculinism -- The mental differences of men and women -- The white slave crusade -- The conquest of venereal disease -- The nationalisation of health -- Eugenics and genius -- The production of ability -- Marriage and divorce -- The meaning of the birth-rate. --Civilisation and the birth-rate -- Birth control.
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"Essays in War-Time: Further Studies in the Task of Social Hygiene" by Havelock Ellis is a collection of essays written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of World War I. The book explores the complex interplay between war and various aspects of social hygiene, morality, evolution, and eugenics, presenting a critical examination of how warfare impacts societal values and human development. The opening of the essay establishes a reflective tone, comparing contemporary war experiences with historical perspectives on conflict. Ellis draws on past thinkers such as Erasmus and contemporary reactions to warfare, arguing that war brings out not only the worst but also considers how society historically reconciles with its realities. He highlights the cyclical nature of war in England’s history and its significant effects on literature and social consciousness. Early sections delve into the interactions between evolution and warfare, questioning assumptions around war as a driver of progress and human virtue, hinting at future discussions on the implications of war on eugenics and the birth rate. This introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the philosophical, social, and biological ramifications of war, making the issues relevant to readers interested in the intersections of conflict, society, and human nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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