by Wieser
[Front Matter and Series Information]: Title pages and publication details for the pamphlet series 'Flugschriften für Österreich-Ungarns Erwachen', identifying Friedrich von Wieser as the author of the first issue. [The Spiritual and Political Impact of War on Germany and Austria]: Wieser compares the nation-building effects of war in Germany and Austria. He argues that while Germany successfully used the 19th-century wars to forge a unified national identity and political 'bible' through Bismarck, Austria has suffered from a 'silence' and lack of a unified parliamentary voice to articulate its collective purpose during the current conflict. [The Cultural and Industrial Strength of the Monarchy]: The author critiques the lack of a strong voice from contemporary Austrian poets and intellectuals while praising the resilience of the common soldier and the unexpected success of Austrian industry. He argues that the war has proven the monarchy's vitality, refuting claims that it is in decline, and highlights how the domestic industry successfully replaced imports to sustain the war effort. [Sociological Laws of Mass Movements and the Origins of the Conflict]: Wieser introduces two sociological laws: the 'law of small numbers' (rule by a minority) and the 'law of historical paths' (inertia of historical trends). He applies these to Russia, explaining how the Tsar is driven by a massive bureaucratic apparatus and historical drives toward Constantinople and Pan-Slavism, rather than the will of the peasant masses. [The Mechanics of Power in England, France, and Italy]: Wieser analyzes how the 'law of small numbers' operates in Western democracies. He critiques the British 'newspaper trust' and the manipulation of public opinion, argues that the British naval policy forced a confrontation with Germany, and describes French policy as trapped by the 'revenge' formula. He views Italy's entry into the war as a betrayal by a small leading group against the will of the working class. [Nationalism, Militarism, and the Defense of the Central Powers]: Wieser defends the Central Powers against charges of aggressive nationalism and militarism, characterizing German militarism as purely defensive. He critiques the 'hatred of nations' (Völkerhass), specifically addressing the 'Hate Song against England' by arguing for a distinction between the British state and the British people. He concludes by calling for national justice and a rejection of blind hatred in favor of a future based on the 'power of right'. [List of Contributors and Imprint]: A comprehensive list of prominent Austrian and Hungarian contributors to the pamphlet series, including ministers, professors, and politicians.
Title pages and publication details for the pamphlet series 'Flugschriften für Österreich-Ungarns Erwachen', identifying Friedrich von Wieser as the author of the first issue.
Read full textWieser compares the nation-building effects of war in Germany and Austria. He argues that while Germany successfully used the 19th-century wars to forge a unified national identity and political 'bible' through Bismarck, Austria has suffered from a 'silence' and lack of a unified parliamentary voice to articulate its collective purpose during the current conflict.
Read full textThe author critiques the lack of a strong voice from contemporary Austrian poets and intellectuals while praising the resilience of the common soldier and the unexpected success of Austrian industry. He argues that the war has proven the monarchy's vitality, refuting claims that it is in decline, and highlights how the domestic industry successfully replaced imports to sustain the war effort.
Read full textWieser introduces two sociological laws: the 'law of small numbers' (rule by a minority) and the 'law of historical paths' (inertia of historical trends). He applies these to Russia, explaining how the Tsar is driven by a massive bureaucratic apparatus and historical drives toward Constantinople and Pan-Slavism, rather than the will of the peasant masses.
Read full textWieser analyzes how the 'law of small numbers' operates in Western democracies. He critiques the British 'newspaper trust' and the manipulation of public opinion, argues that the British naval policy forced a confrontation with Germany, and describes French policy as trapped by the 'revenge' formula. He views Italy's entry into the war as a betrayal by a small leading group against the will of the working class.
Read full textWieser defends the Central Powers against charges of aggressive nationalism and militarism, characterizing German militarism as purely defensive. He critiques the 'hatred of nations' (Völkerhass), specifically addressing the 'Hate Song against England' by arguing for a distinction between the British state and the British people. He concludes by calling for national justice and a rejection of blind hatred in favor of a future based on the 'power of right'.
Read full textA comprehensive list of prominent Austrian and Hungarian contributors to the pamphlet series, including ministers, professors, and politicians.
Read full text