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War! What Is It Good For?
Book • 2014
In 'War What Is It Good For?', Ian Morris presents a provocative argument that war, despite its brutality, has been instrumental in the development of civilization.
He traces 15,000 years of war, from Stone Age societies to modern times, showing how 'productive war' has led to increased social complexity, safety, and economic growth.
Morris draws on examples from ancient Rome, the development of weapons and defenses, and evolutionary biology to support his thesis.
The book also explores the future of war, including the potential for technological advancements and global governance to reduce violence.
He traces 15,000 years of war, from Stone Age societies to modern times, showing how 'productive war' has led to increased social complexity, safety, and economic growth.
Morris draws on examples from ancient Rome, the development of weapons and defenses, and evolutionary biology to support his thesis.
The book also explores the future of war, including the potential for technological advancements and global governance to reduce violence.
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#134 Classic episode – Ian Morris on what big-picture history teaches us
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#134 – Ian Morris on what big-picture history teaches us
