International Thought by John Galsworthy
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"International Thought" by John Galsworthy is a philosophical pamphlet written in the early 20th century, specifically in the post-World War I period. The text discusses the importance of fostering international communication and understanding as a means to prevent future conflicts and promote global salvation. Galsworthy reflects on the disillusionment stemming from the catastrophic effects of the war, advocating for an exchange of ideas among nations as a remedy to the destructive tendencies
of human existence. In this work, the author elaborates on how competition and nationalistic interests often undermine the potential for cooperation and peace among countries. He emphasizes that the real hope for a peaceful future lies not in governments but in the realms of science, finance, and the press, which Galsworthy believes wield significant power and responsibility over humanity's fate. By recognizing their shared interests and fostering international collaboration, especially among craftsmen like scientists and writers, Galsworthy argues that a shift towards a more humane and ethical approach to global challenges can be achieved. Through a call for fair play and universal engagement, he seeks to inspire a more interconnected and responsible world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Galsworthy, John, 1867-1933 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 25000896 |
| Title | International Thought |
| Credits | Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JC: Political science: Political theory |
| Subject | International cooperation |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66973 |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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