9781334423949 - Problems About War: For Classes in Arithmetic (Classic Reprint) di Smith, David Eugene (2 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a series of thought-provoking problems designed to demonstrate the enormous and devastating financial costs of war, both in terms of human life and material resources. By using simple arithmetic operations and familiar examples, the author shows how the funds spent on armaments and military conflicts could be better used to provide for the well-being and progress of humanity. Historical examples from various wars, including the Franco-Prussian War, the World Wars, and the Balkan Wars, serve as grim reminders of the immense toll that war takes on nations and individuals. The author skillfully uses statistics and mathematical calculations to quantify the loss of life, the economic burden, and the societal disruptions caused by these conflicts. Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of fostering international cooperation, understanding, and diplomacy as the only sustainable path to peace and prosperity. The insights presented in this book challenge readers to rethink the prioritization of military spending and inspire them to work towards a more just and equitable world where resources are allocated to the betterment of humankind. 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. print-on-demand item.