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100 1 _aMurray, Gilbert,
_d1866-1957
245 1 4 _aThe Problem of Foreign Policy :
_bA Consideration of Present Dangers and the Best Methods for Meeting Them
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-06-19
508 _aProduced by James Wright and the Online Distributed Proofreading Canada Team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net
520 _a"The Problem of Foreign Policy" by Gilbert Murray is a political analysis written in the early 20th century. The work examines the challenges of foreign policy in the aftermath of World War I, focusing primarily on the themes around peace, ethical governance, and the societal impacts of wartime mentality on politics. The author argues for higher standards in political conduct, especially in the context of the League of Nations and the pressing need for international cooperation. At the start of the text, Murray reflects on the disconnection that can occur between the elite's understanding of political issues and the average public opinion. He emphasizes the urgent need for a return to classical standards of integrity and rational governance, highlighting how the war has led to a degradation in political behavior. Murray critiques the handling of post-war treaties, especially the Treaty of Versailles, pointing out how punitive measures against Germany could sow the seeds of future conflict. He discusses the moral failings of leaders and foresees potential repercussions if the cycle of revenge persists, advocating instead for a cooperative global approach that prioritizes sustainable peace and the resolution of grievances through dialogue rather than force. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEastern question
653 _aGreat Britain -- Foreign relations
653 _aEurope -- Politics and government -- 1918-1945
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40043
999 _c80882
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