Excerpt from The Confederation of Europe: A Study of the European Alliance, 1813-1823 as an Experiment in the International Organization of Peace
The lectures here reproduced were delivered at Oxford during Trinity Term of 1913. Though included among the courses falling under the Faculty of History, their object and scope, as I explain more fully in the introductory lecture, are not purely historical. Their intention is, briefly, to illustrate from a particular period of history the problems involved in the practical application of the principles of International Law, and my hope is that they may serve a useful purpose in helping to create a sound opinion upon questions which are too often discussed from a stand point wholly out of touch with the realities of life.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the historical context of the European Coalition that followed Napoleon's fall, focusing on the attempt to establish a lasting peace through a system of international governance. Examining the motivations behind the "Holy Alliance" - a pact signed by Russia, Austria and Prussia - the author delves into the evolving concepts of international law, national sovereignty, and the role of diplomacy in the early 19th century. The author juxtaposes the ideals of a unified Europe with the reality of competing interests, ambition, and power struggles, offering a nuanced perspective on the complexities of achieving international peace. Drawing parallels between the Holy Alliance and earlier projects of peace, such as Henry IV's Grand Design, the author reveals the recurring themes of diplomacy, international law, and the pursuit of peace in European history. By examining this critical period in European history, the book sheds light on the enduring challenges of reconciling national interests with the desire for a stable and just international order. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330245224_0
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