I Accuse! (1915)

By Richard Grelling and Alexander Gray

Book Overview

I Accuse is a book written by Richard Grelling in 1915. The book is a scathing criticism of Germany's role in World War I and the atrocities committed by the German military during the conflict. Grelling, a German philosopher and pacifist, uses the book to make a powerful moral argument against the war and the actions of the German government. The book is divided into three parts. The first part is a detailed account of the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I, including the complex web of alliances and political tensions that existed in Europe at the time. The second part of the book is a devastating critique of the German military and its conduct during the war. Grelling describes the atrocities committed by German soldiers, including the massacre of civilians and the use of chemical weapons. The final part of the book is a call to action, urging readers to speak out against the war and the actions of their government. Grelling argues that it is the duty of every citizen to resist war and work towards peace. I Accuse was a controversial book when it was first published, and it continues to be a powerful indictment of war and militarism. The book's message is still relevant today, and it is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of speaking out against injustice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164678302
• ISBN13: 9781164678304
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"