Peace and Bread in Time of War (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Jane Addams

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1528465660 ISBN 13: 9781528465663

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A practical, personal look at how pacifism and humanitarian work meet real-world crises

This nonfiction work blends memoir, history, and reflection to explore how women’s peace groups, international cooperation, and relief efforts shaped public response to war and its aftermath. It centers on the lived experiences of activists, the challenges they faced from critics, and the ideas they championed—from disarmament to the protection of refugees and the use of law over force.

In these pages, readers encounter the rise of activist networks, the hopes and tensions of postwar diplomacy, and concrete efforts to feed starving populations and build peaceful institutions. The author reflects on marches, conferences, and everyday acts of civic courage that tested ethical ideals against political realities, while offering a historical lens on how humanitarian instincts intersect with policy.

• Insights into early 20th-century pacifist movements and their leaders
• Personal anecdotes from activists working under scrutiny and pressure
• Accounts of relief efforts, international conferences, and attempts at world cooperation
• Thoughtful commentary on the balance between moral goals and practical politics

Ideal for readers curious about the history of peace movements and the human stories behind humanitarian policy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1528465660
• ISBN 13: 9781528465663
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 275