Evolution and the War (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Peter Chalmers Mitchell

9780267794522: Evolution and the War (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267794525 ISBN 13: 9780267794522

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Rethinking war through biology and history, this book offers a theory of war grounded in real data.

In Evolution and the War, the author presents a framework for understanding war as a historical and scientific problem. It discusses how ideas about inheritance, consciousness, and human differences can shape political life, while aiming to offer a calm, data‑driven view for historians and readers alike. The text blends personal reflection on early experiences in Europe with a broader look at how biological ideas have influenced national thought.

A theory of war that goes beyond immediate causes to examine long‑standing patterns and data.
An in‑depth discussion of European racial concepts, including three broad race types and their historical distribution.
Personal anecdotes from lived experiences in Germany and Britain that illuminate the era’s mood and debates.
Context on science, philosophy, and society as they relate to war, power, and national life.

Ideal for readers of history and science who seek a thoughtful, data‑grounded perspective on war and its deeper causes.

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