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by Immanuel Kant (Author), Mary Campbell Smith (Translator)
Perpetual Peace: A Philosophical Essay, 1795 (1903) is a book written by the renowned German philosopher, Immanuel Kant. The book is a philosophical exploration of the concept of perpetual peace and the conditions necessary for it to be achieved. Kant argues that peace is not merely the absence of war, but a positive state of harmony and cooperation among nations.The book is divided into three parts. In the first part, Kant discusses the causes of war and the obstacles to peace, including the pursuit of power, economic interests, and national pride. He argues that these factors can only be overcome through the establishment of a world federation of states, which would have the power to prevent war and promote peaceful cooperation.In the second part, Kant outlines the principles of international law that would be necessary for the establishment of perpetual peace. These include the recognition of the equal rights of all nations, the renunciation of territorial expansion, and the establishment of a system of international arbitration.In the final part of the book, Kant discusses the role of individuals in promoting peace. He argues that individuals have a duty to work towards the establishment of perpetual peace, and that this can be achieved through education and the cultivation of a cosmopolitan outlook.Perpetual Peace: A Philosophical Essay, 1795 (1903) is a seminal work in the field of international relations and has had a profound influence on the development of modern political thought. It remains a relevant and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the pursuit of peace and the promotion of international cooperation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
