Letters to "The Times" upon War and Neutrality (1881-1920)

A collection of the author’s letters to a leading newspaper, this volume brings together more than four decades of commentary on war, neutrality and the evolving rules of international law. Written by a distinguished legal scholar who served as a professor and a president of an international law institute, the pieces reflect his long‑standing engagement with the issues that shaped the diplomatic landscape from the late nineteenth century through the aftermath of the Great War.

Organised by topic, the letters examine landmark conventions such as the Geneva Convention of 1906, the Hague Conventions of 1907 and the Declaration of London, while also addressing specific crises from South Africa to the Dogger Bank incident. Added commentary clarifies the legal principles and updates the reader on subsequent developments, and a detailed index makes it easy to locate particular subjects.

Listeners will hear a clear, measured voice that traces how nations attempted to settle disputes without resort to bloodshed, offering insight into both the historical moments and the enduring questions of how law can guide the conduct of war.