Norman Angell

Norman Angell was a British writer and political theorist best known for his ideas on international relations, particularly his arguments against war. He advocated for idealism, suggesting that nations couldn't achieve lasting benefits through conflict because economic interdependence made war detrimental to all parties. Angell believed that diplomacy and cooperation were more effective for achieving peace and prosperity than military action. His ideas contributed to the debate between political realism, which emphasizes power and security, and idealism, which focuses on ethics and cooperation in global affairs. His notable work, "The Great Illusion," questioned the viability of war in modern society.