War as a Social Institution The Historian's Perspective

War As A Social Institution: The Historian's Perspective is a book written by Jesse D. Clarkson. It is an insightful and informative study of the role of war in human society, from the perspective of a historian. The book explores the impact of war on society, both historically and in contemporary times. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the social, political, and economic factors that have led to the development of war as a social institution. Clarkson delves into the origins of war, tracing its roots back to ancient times, and examines the evolution of warfare through the ages. He explores the various forms of conflict that have arisen throughout history, from tribal warfare to modern-day warfare, and the impact that these conflicts have had on human societies. The book also explores the role of war in shaping political and economic systems, and the impact of war on individual lives and communities.Throughout the book, Clarkson presents a balanced and nuanced view of war as a social institution, highlighting its positive and negative aspects. He argues that while war has often been a destructive force, it has also played a significant role in shaping human societies and driving progress in areas such as technology and medicine.Overall, War As A Social Institution: The Historian's Perspective is a thought-provoking and engaging study of the role of war in human society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complex and multifaceted nature of warfare and its impact on human societies.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.