Publisher's Synopsis
War Thoughts of an Optimist is a collection of articles written by Benjamin Apthorp Gould, an American citizen who was residing in Canada during World War I. The book was published in 1915 and presents Gould's thoughts and opinions on the war, its causes, and its potential outcomes. Despite the title, Gould's articles are not blindly optimistic; rather, he presents a measured and thoughtful perspective on the conflict. He argues that the war is not a result of inherent flaws in human nature, but rather the product of specific historical circumstances. Gould also discusses the role of technology in the war, the impact of the conflict on international relations, and the potential for post-war reconciliation and reconstruction. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mindset of an American living in Canada during a time of great international turmoil.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
