ABSTRACT

In this chapter, the author deals with the general apathy about the horrors of war and he explores the hypocrisy that in fact men do like war. He examines related power, fear, and aggression in an original way: "It is striking to see how the craving for power brings with it the fear of power of the opposing force. The author provides the evidence that is available, which indicates man does like war, and that this is not just a theory of mine. He addresses the question of, what is there in man that predisposes him to like war. Is this an essential aspect of human nature? The author discusses the subject of, what is there about the institution of war that is so appealing, so attractive to all of mankind? He also suggests how one can change man's attitude about war and make it possible for man to endure peace.