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Why The War Was Wrong

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Why The War Was Wrong by Raimond Gaita examines the moral and ethical objections to the Iraq War, offering a critical analysis from a range of perspectives. The book collates diverse essays that articulate well-reasoned arguments against the justification and conduct of the war, providing a compelling critique on its impact and the moral implications for global politics.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a thought-provoking analysis of the moral and ethical dimensions of military conflict, specifically focusing on the controversial decisions that lead nations into war. The author offers a compelling critique, providing readers with insights that challenge conventional narratives about warfare.

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More than six months after the US-led 'Coalition of the Willing' to invade Iraq, huge questions remain about the decision to topple the murderous dictatorship of Saddam Hussein. This book includes the work of leading Australian writers, lawyers, historians and philosophers, who examine the issues.

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ISBN: 9781920885120

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2003

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 196g

Pages: 208

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