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A stark glimpse into the trenches of World War I, epitomizing the brutal realities of conflict. This image underscores the enduring 'causes of war'—territorial disputes, political rivalries, and the human propensity for domination.
BooksPolitical History

Understanding the Causes of War: Human Nature and History

About the book Why War? by Richard Overy, published by Penguin Random House in 2024.

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Richard Overy
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From Ivory Tower to Public Square: Why Writing Clearly Matters
The great writer Yaşar Kemal never confined himself to the isolation of an ivory tower. Instead, he wielded his pen with extraordinary clarity, crafting narratives that bridged the struggles of ordinary people with profound insights into humanity's shared experiences.
Insights
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The Walls Have Eyes: Technology and Migration Today
Robo-dogs are being deployed at the border as part of heightened surveillance measures in migration control.
BooksTechnology
16 Min Read
Environmental Violence and the Human Right to a Healthy Planet
A crowd of demonstrators holding various handmade signs during a climate protest. One sign asks, "Which green do you see?", showing a tree juxtaposed with money, while others convey environmental justice concerns. This image captures the urgency of addressing environmental violence as a global human rights issue.
BooksEnvironment
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How New Digital Technologies are Transforming Climate Activism
a climate activism protest, featuring demonstrators holding banners and signs with messages like "Change is Now" and "Just Stop Oil." The setting includes prominent landmarks, suggesting the protest's visibility in a public or political hub.
BooksTechnology
20 Min Read
Resisting Reproductive Coercion: US Abortion Pill History and Politics
Abortion Pill: A Democratic delegate at the 1976 convention holds a sign advocating for abortion rights, with a backdrop of banners reading "Freedom of Choice." – Photo by Warren K. Leffler.
BooksPolitical History
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Cuba’s Role in Terrorism and Failed Efforts at Detente
Firefighters rush an injured man away from the scene of the Fraunces Tavern bombing on Jan. 24, 1975. This act of terrorism by the FALN resulted in over 50 injuries and four fatalities
Political Opinion & Insights
17 Min Read
From Fictions to Lives of the Haitian Revolutionaries
Bronze statue of Henry Christophe, Haiti's first and only king, who played a pivotal role in the Haitian Revolution and the establishment of the Kingdom of Haiti. The statue reflects his enduring legacy as a leader and visionary who championed anti-slavery and anti-colonial ideals.
BooksPolitical History
12 Min Read
Agitators in Albanian Communism: Face-to-face propaganda
Socialist-style mural depicting a group of Albanian agitators in a march, with a central female figure raising a rifle. The characters wear traditional and work attire, representing various social classes united, with a red flag featuring the double-headed eagle, a symbol of Albania, in the background. The agitators move forward with determined expressions, emphasizing the revolutionary spirit and the struggle for freedom.
Political History
13 Min Read
Britain and China: Unexpected Lessons from a Long History
Chinese officers tearing down the British flag on the 'Arrow' and arresting crew members, a scene of British Imperial war propaganda during the Second Opium War.
BooksPolitical History
17 Min Read
Religious Liberty and the Religions of the World
Thomas Jefferson, champion of religious liberty, whose Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom laid the foundation for the separation of church and state.
BooksPolitics & Religion
14 Min Read
How Emotions Shape Climate Action: Barriers and Agency
Emotions ran high as Dutch climate protesters gathered, expressing deep frustration and urgency about the government's lack of action against climate change.
BooksEnvironment & Animals
19 Min Read
Does Humanity Have a Death Wish?
Industrial chimneys releasing smoke into the sky, highlighting the environmental impact of human activity on the planet and the challenges humanity faces with pollution and climate change.
BooksEnvironment & Animals
16 Min Read
Albanian Women Under Communism: The Illusion of Liberation
Albanian women: A young girl wearing a white shirt and a red scarf in the style of an Albanian communist pioneer raises her fist in a revolutionary salute. The image, taken from Ylli Magazine, reflects the official ideology of the Albanian communist regime of the time, promoting socialist values and contributing to state propaganda.
Political History
10 Min Read
Routine, Resistance, and Retribution: Life in Auburn Prison
Auburn State Prison, c.1880
BooksPolitical History
14 Min Read
Deconstructing AI Hype and Its Impact on Social Media
Artificial intelligence (AI) is now an integral part of our everyday experience, subtly shaping how we communicate and interact through the smartphones in our hands.
Technology
21 Min Read
Anxiety in the Age of Algorithms: The Cost of Outsourced Freedom
In the digital age, the promise of personal freedom has been overshadowed by a new form of anxiety: the fear of being constantly watched and analyzed. The omnipresence of surveillance through Big Data turns our lives into a series of algorithm-driven decisions, as we increasingly hand over our autonomy to artificial intelligence. Are we truly liberating ourselves, or are we merely transferring our anxiety to the machines that watch over us?
BooksTechnology
16 Min Read
The Evolving Nature Views of the Religious Right
The influence of the Religious Right in the January 6th Capitol attack can be seen in how some of its members joined the assault, driven by a mix of religious fervor and extreme political beliefs. Photo by Tyler Merbler .
BooksPolitics & Religion
17 Min Read
Ethics for the End Times
Members of the Red Rebels, part of the Extinction Rebellion movement, perform a silent protest highlighting the ethics of addressing the climate crisis.
BooksEnvironment & Animals
22 Min Read
Reinventing Europe’s Past: The Counter-Revolutionary Legacy
Statue of Edmund Burke, a prominent Counter-Revolutionary thinker of the 18th century, known for his critique of revolutionary rationalism and his defense of European traditions.
BooksPolitical History
15 Min Read
State-Sanctioned Murders and Repression in Communist Cuba
A crowd of Cuban protesters in Canada has gathered to protest against the dictatorship in Cuba. The demonstrators are holding signs expressing their rejection of the communist regime and denouncing the murders and political oppression. Some of the visible signs in the image include messages like "Libertad para los presos políticos" (Freedom for political prisoners), "Patria y Vida" (Homeland and Life), "Viva Cuba libre" (Long live free Cuba), and "We must finish the communism in Cuba." The protest highlights the demand for freedom and human rights for Cubans, as well as the condemnation of the repression and human rights violations by the Cuban government. Additionally, Cuban flags and various images contrasting the situation in Cuba with other realities can be seen.
Political Opinion
13 Min Read
Rethinking Secularism from the Global South
Secularism-Artists Pawan Shukla and Veer Chandra, with the help of common people, created a 35-foot high map of India from 2.5 tons of iron. After 101 days of protests, the Delhi police removed materials put up by the protesters over the last 101 days, including artistic banners, this large standing map of India, and a model of the India Gate. This creative expression from the Global South highlights the region's unity and resilience.
BooksPolitics & Religion
12 Min Read
Legal Protections for Religious Diversity: Gaps and Challenges
A group of Rohingya refugees, with a woman in a green headscarf prominently in the foreground. The image highlights the plight of the Rohingya people, a minority group from Myanmar, many of whom have sought refuge in neighboring countries. They face significant challenges, including limited legal protection and uncertain living conditions.
Politics & Religion
26 Min Read
Architecture and Domicide in Syria’s War
War in Syria has caused massive home destruction
BooksCulture & Politics
11 Min Read
France’s Secularism: Navigating Security and Rights
In the image, a woman wearing a black burqa is sitting on a white, rocky surface. This visual contrast highlights the tensions between religious traditions and the concept of secularism, which seeks the separation of religion and state, promoting a society where individual beliefs do not interfere with public governance or civil rights.
BooksPolitics & Religion
9 Min Read
One Rights: Integrating Human and Animal Rights
The image shows two foxes being carried on the backs of two people. These foxes were rescued from Ukrainian fur farms, highlighting a significant issue regarding the ethical treatment of animals. In discussing the interconnection of human and animal rights, we can use the "One Rights" framework. This approach combines principles of human rights and animal rights, advocating for the welfare and rights of all beings, irrespective of species. It emphasizes the intrinsic value of all life forms and argues for the extension of ethical considerations typically reserved for humans to all animals. This perspective is essential in cases like these, where the exploitation of animals for commercial purposes, such as fur farming, raises serious moral and ethical concerns. The One Rights framework supports the notion that humans have a responsibility to protect and respect the lives of animals, aligning with broader ethical principles of fairness, compassion, and respect for life.
Environment & Animals
16 Min Read
Violence and Democratic Erosion: The Future of Mexico
Claudia Sheinbaum es científica, ex jefa de gobierno de la Ciudad de México y miembro fundadora del Movimiento de Regeneración Nacional (Morena), el partido populista de izquierda creado por Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) es la actual presidente.
Political Opinion
8 Min Read
Unenumerated Rights Through Constitutional Enumeration
Front view of the U.S. Supreme Court building, featuring its iconic columns and grand steps, with a few people walking and standing in the foreground. The Supreme Court is key in interpreting unenumerated rights.
BooksPolitical History
13 Min Read
Patria y Vida: Challenging Cuban Dictatorship Through Art
Four men stand together, with one in the center displaying the words "Patria y Vida" written across his bare chest. The image evokes the spirit of the song "Patria y Vida," which has become an anthem of resistance against the Cuban dictatorship. Their serious expressions and dark clothing underline the song's powerful message and the unity of Cubans in their fight for freedom and justice.
Culture & Politics
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