The Problem of the Twentieth Century

von David Davies

826 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"The Problem of the Twentieth Century" is a profound and analytical examination of the quest for global stability in the aftermath of the First World War. Written by David Davies, a prominent advocate for international cooperation, the work addresses the critical challenges facing the world order and the systemic failures of traditional diplomacy. At the heart of the text is a compelling argument for the establishment of an international police force and a supreme tribunal of justice to enforce the rule of law among nations.Davies meticulously explores the themes of disarmament, collective security, and the necessity of institutional reform to prevent the recurrence of large-scale conflict. By critiquing the limitations of the League of Nations as it existed in the early 1930s, the author proposes a visionary framework for a more integrated and enforceable global governance system. This book serves as a vital historical document and a cornerstone of interwar political thought, reflecting the period's intense debate between national sovereignty and the requirements of international peace. It remains an essential read for those interested in the history of international relations, the evolution of peacekeeping, and the intellectual origins of modern global institutions.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025415024
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: British Library, Historical Print Editions