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The War and Democracy
by Arthur Greenwood, R. W. (Robert William) Seton-Watson, John Dover Wilson, Alfred Zimmern
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Description
In a time when Europe has been plunged into a conflict that feels both sudden and inevitable, this volume offers a clear‑sighted look at why the war erupted and what it means for democratic societies. Drawing from the experiences of educators and working‑class students, the authors argue that true sacrifice must be rooted in knowledge, urging citizens to grasp the political and ethical stakes before the conflict reshapes the continent.
The book serves as a guide for thoughtful discussion, linking the war’s immediate challenges to the broader quest for a lasting world commonweal. By examining the responsibilities of a free community and the role of public opinion in shaping post‑war settlement, it invites listeners to consider how democratic ideals can steer both the present struggle and the future peace that must follow.
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Language
en
Duration
~12 hours (712K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-01-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
About the authors
Arthur Greenwood
1880–1954
A leading Labour politician of the interwar and wartime years, he was known for his steady presence in British public life and for helping shape social policy in the first half of the 20th century.
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R. W. (Robert William) Seton-Watson
1879–1951
A British historian and political writer, he became one of the best-known English voices on Central and Eastern Europe in the years around the First World War. Writing often under the name Scotus Viator, he argued forcefully about the future of the Habsburg lands and the rise of new nations such as Czechoslovakia and Yugoslavia.
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1881–1969
Best known for bringing fresh energy and bold arguments to Shakespeare studies, this British scholar helped shape how generations of readers and students approached the plays. His books on Hamlet and Falstaff became especially influential for their vivid, sometimes controversial interpretations.
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1879–1957
A classicist turned international thinker, he wrote about Greek politics with unusual clarity and later became a prominent voice for international cooperation in the turbulent years around the League of Nations.
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