Never Again! A Protest and a Warning Addressed to the Peoples of Europe

Name: Never Again! A Protest and a Warning Addressed to the Peoples of Europe
Author: Edward Carpenter

By Edward Carpenter

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An impassioned appeal indicts industrialized warfare and catalogues its human costs—trenches where opposing soldiers briefly fraternize before killing each other, mutilation and mass death, shell-shock, refugees and widespread civilian deprivation, and the relentless output of weapons. It links these horrors to advancing scientific power, armament firms' profits, imperial ambition, and competitive commercial institutions, arguing that such systems desensitize societies. The author urges ordinary peoples, not only governments, to confront these causes and choose a different political and moral path to prevent recurrence and to preserve common humanity.

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Edward Carpenter

Edward Carpenter was an English writer, poet, and social reformer known for his progressive views on sexuality and society. His works often explore themes of love, gender, and human evolution, reflecting his belief in the importance of personal freedom and social justice. Among his notable writings is "Love's Coming-of-Age: A series of papers on the relations of the sexes," which advocates for a more open understanding of love and relationships. Carpenter's essays, such as "Civilisation: Its Cause and Cure; and Other Essays," critique contemporary society and propose alternative ways of living. His contributions to literature and social thought continue to resonate in discussions about sexuality and human rights.