Reflections and Comments 1865-1895

"Reflections and Comments 1865-1895" by Edwin Lawrence Godkin is a compilation of writings from the late 1800s that examines the social atmosphere, governmental issues, and ethical dilemmas of the era. The book presents Godkin's opinions on subjects like war, tranquility, culture, and the condition of society. Godkin scrutinizes and explores complex human actions alongside the effects of accepted social behaviors. The start of the book inspects the characteristics of armed conflict and the rising public hope for peace because of the terror that is caused, energized by the growing view of battle through media and superior transportation progress. Godkin makes the case that, while the craving for tranquility is apparent, the strategy embraced by advocates regularly neglects to resound with those straightforwardly engaged with struggle, prompting a divergence in perception between warriors and peacekeepers. This initial mirroring sets up the phase for Godkin's more extensive critique on culture, morality, and the squeezing issues confronting society during this groundbreaking time. It successfully settles the tone and extent of the conversations that will unfurl all through the collection concerning humor and literature.