Universal peace—from a woman's standpoint by Bertha von Suttner

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Author Suttner, Bertha von, 1843-1914
Title Universal peace—from a woman's standpoint
Original Publication United States: The North American Review,1899.
Note Reading ease score: 50.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Universal Peace—From a Woman’s Standpoint" by Baroness Bertha von Suttner is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. The book passionately advocates for the cause of universal peace, challenging traditional views on war and promoting the influence of women in the peace movement. Written during a time of increasing militarization in Europe, it offers insights into the intersection of gender, ethics, and human progress. In the text, von Suttner critiques the glorification of war and argues that true progress requires the contributions of women to the peace discourse, transcending their roles as mere victims of war. She illustrates how societal evolution towards a more civilized state necessitates the abandonment of militarism and the establishment of justice through arbitration rather than conflict. The book discusses the significance of the Hague Peace Conferences and outlines von Suttner's vision of a future where mutual understanding and cooperation replace hostility and violence. Ultimately, she asserts that the path to universal peace is intertwined with the elevation of both genders, calling for a collective moral awakening to reject the horrors of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class JX: Political science: International law
Subject Peace
Subject Pacifism
Subject Peace movements
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EBook-No. 69445
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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