The Last War: A Study of Things Present and Things to Come (Classic Reprint)

Frederick Lynch

ISBN 10: 1332824056 / ISBN 13: 9781332824052

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is a collection of essays written in the aftermath of the First World War, when the author was deeply affected by the devastation he had witnessed in Europe. It is a response to the widespread despair and questioning of faith that followed the war, and it seeks to offer a message of hope and renewal. The author argues that the war has shown the bankruptcy of the old order, and that a new one must be built on the principles of love and peace. He calls on his readers to reject the path of violence and to embrace the teachings of Jesus Christ, who offers the only true hope for a better world. This book is a powerful and moving plea for peace and understanding, and it is a timely reminder of the importance of these values in the face of the challenges that the world still faces today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781332824052_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Last War: A Study of Things Present and Things to Come (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332824056
• ISBN 13: 9781332824052
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Christianity

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Synopsis

The Last War offers a thoughtful look at how faith and public duty intersect in times of global conflict.

This study examines who bears responsibility for the great European war, the moral and economic effects, and the author’s view of the path forward. It argues that churches can play a crucial role in shaping a future where nations live by shared ethics rather than force.

The book speaks to ministers, lay readers, and policy-minded citizens who wonder how religion, diplomacy, and national security fit together. It critiques armament as a failed defense and invites readers to consider The Hague as a practical alternative for resolving disputes and guiding peace.

• Explores responsibility for the war and the churches’ role in shaping responses.
• Discusses the limits of armament and the need for new approaches to defense and security.
• Advocates The Hague as a venue for arbitration and a step toward a League of Peace.
• Offers a clear argument for aligning national duties with universal ethical standards.

Ideal for readers of history, religious thought, and early 20th‑century essays on peace and policy.

About the Author

Frederick R. Lynch is a government professor at Claremont McKenna College and the author of "Invisible Victims" and "The Diversity Machine".