War Is a Racket (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)
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War Is a Racket (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)
Butler forcefully contends that warfare is a profit-driven enterprise that exploits patriotism for financial gain.
War Is a Racket (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)
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War Is a Racket (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)

Elementas #: 117524438

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Annotated Insights
This edition offers comprehensive annotations, providing historical context and critical analysis, enriching the reader's understanding of the text's themes and relevance in contemporary warfare discussions.
Classic Revisit
Reviving a seminal work, it engages both new readers and veterans of the text, ensuring timeless lessons on military-industrial complexes are accessible and thought-provoking.
Quality Publication
Produced with high-quality materials and a durable paperback format, this edition ensures longevity, making it an ideal addition to any library or for personal study.

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  • The antiwar classic by one of the most decorated Marines in United States history.Known as “the Maverick Marine” and “Fighting Hell-Devil,” Brigadier General Smedley Darlington Butler was the most decorated U.S. Marine Corps officer in U.S. military history. Butler’s 1935 lecture “War is a Racket” presents several key arguments against war and its profiteering nature. Among his points, Butler argues that wars are conducted for the benefit of a small group of insiders while the majority bear the costs, and that debt from wars is always paid by future generations. He recommends measures that, in his view, would mitigate armed conflict, including limiting the wages of executives, bankers, and arms manufacturers during wartime to match soldiers’ pay. He forcefully contends that warfare is a profit-driven enterprise that exploits patriotism for financial gain.This Warbler Classics edition includes two other seminal anti-war essays: “Civil Disobedience” by Henry David Thoreau and “The Moral Equivalent of War” by William James, as well as brief biographical notes on Brigadier General Smedley Darlington Butler, Henry David Thoreau, and William James.Smedley Darlington Butler (1881–1940) was a U.S. marine who served in numerous conflicts, including the Philippine-American War, the Boxer Rebellion, and World War I. He received two Medals of Honor, the Marine Corps Brevet Medal, and numerous other awards for his distinguished service. After retiring in 1931, Butler became a vocal critic of war and U.S. foreign policy, famously declaring that “war is a racket.” He spent his later years as an anti-war activist, advocating against militarism and imperialism until his death.
Publisher Warbler Classics
Publication date December 13, 2024
Language English
Print length 90 pages
ISBN-10 1965684165
ISBN-13 978-1965684160
Item Weight 3.84 ounces (108.86 grams)
Dimensions 5 x 0.21 x 8 inches (12.7 x 0.5 x 20.3 cm)

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  • History Enthusiasts

    Readers interested in the historical context of war and its economic implications will find valuable insights in this book.

  • Activists

    Social activists advocating for peace and anti-war movements can use this book as a reference for their campaigns.

  • Students

    Students studying political science or history will benefit from this classic text that critiques militarism and capitalism.

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  • Mainstream Readers

    Casual readers might find the content too dense or focused on specific historical and political issues.

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  • klausimas: Who is Smedley Darlington Butler?

    Answer: He was a highly decorated U.S. Marine Corps officer and an outspoken critic of war.
  • klausimas: What is 'War is a Racket' about?

    Answer: It's a lecture that critiques the profit-driven motives behind war and its effects on society.
  • klausimas: What other essays are included in this edition?

    Answer: This edition also features 'Civil Disobedience' by Henry David Thoreau and 'The Moral Equivalent of War' by William James.

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**** "War Is a Racket," an annotated edition within the Warbler Classics series, has been well-received by readers for its thought-provoking content and straightforward writing style. The book presents fundamental truths about the nature of war that resonate uniquely with each reader, suggesting that despite the passage of time, some core issues remain unchanged—a notion that provides both comfort and discomfort. Many reviewers have highlighted the author’s ability to encapsulate complex themes regarding warfare and its socio-political implications in a manner that is both engaging and accessible. While the overall length of the book surprised some readers, resulting in a brief reading experience, this brevity does not detract from its impact. Instead, it invites readers to ponder deeply on unresolved global tensions and the cyclical nature of conflict, as articulated by an author with firsthand experience from World War I. The insights presented offer a foreshadowing of historical patterns that continue to echo in contemporary global affairs, marking the text as a relevant and significant contribution to discussions about war. **

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  • Antiwar classic by Brigadier General Smedley Butler, an acclaimed Marine Corps officer.
  • Presents strong arguments against the profiteering nature of war.
  • Highlights that only a small group benefits from wars while the majority suffers.
  • Debt from wars burdens future generations.
  • Recommends fair compensation measures for military and war executives.
  • Includes additional anti-war essays by Thoreau and James for deeper insights.

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