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The Shortest History of War: From Hunter-Gatherers to Nuclear Superpowers--A Retelling for Our Times
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ISBN13: 9798212126182
Publisher: Tantor Audio
Published: Sep 13 2022
Language: English
Publisher: Tantor Audio
Published: Sep 13 2022
Language: English
War has always been a defining feature of human society. This new addition to the Shortest History series explains why we do it--and how we can stop. Russia's invasion of Ukraine has punctured the longest stretch of peace between major powers since WWII, bringing the horrors of warfare--past, present, and future--to the forefront of listeners' minds. In The Shortest History of War, internationally acclaimed historian Gwynne Dyer adds urgently needed context. Dyer ably charts the evolution of violent conflict: tribal aggression, classical combat, limited war, total war, and cold war--followed by present-day terrorism, nuclear threats, and the development of lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS). His brilliant, brisk history is a harrowing must-listen for all who wonder: How will rival superpowers with unprecedented weapons shape the future of our interconnected world?
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