Chesterton on War and Peace

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G. K. Chesterton's collection of 111 articles, written around World War I, critiques Germany's militarism and warns of the potential for future conflict if reforms are not implemented. He engages with pacifist and internationalist perspectives while denouncing a racially charged ideology that would later influence Nazism, positioning himself as an early opponent of Hitler. The articles are richly annotated for historical context, and the book includes appendices featuring notable writings on war and peace by various influential figures, enhancing its depth and relevance.