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“Today one might be tempted to say that patriotism is the last refuge of the tribal religion dedicated to the worship of German, French, English and Russian Gods of Battles. Surely such a religion has nothing in common with the religion which counsels for the disciple non-resistance, unstinted forgiveness, and the elimination of all rancor?”

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Joseph Alexander Leighton

Joseph Alexander Leighton (1870-1954) was a British author known for his historical novels and biographies. His works are characterized by deep insight and rich imagination, which have won him a wide readership. more

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