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Glory, Humiliation and the Drive to War investigates the profound emotional underpinnings of international conflict. Nir Eisikovits argues that understanding glory-seeking and humiliation-avoidance is essential to comprehending why nations engage in warfare.
Rather than focusing solely on rational political and economic factors, Eisikovits demonstrates how collective emotions shape state behavior and foreign policy decisions. The book traces historical examples where the pursuit of national glory or responses to perceived humiliation have triggered military action.
This work bridges psychology, history, and international relations, offering fresh perspectives on conflict origins. By examining how leaders manipulate emotions and how populations respond to narratives of honor and shame, the author provides critical insights into preventing future wars. Essential reading for historians, policy makers, and anyone seeking to understand the emotional drivers of human conflict.
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