Perpetual Peace

Interesting Facts

• The book is a philosophical treatise in which Kant presents his ideas on the possibility of achieving perpetual peace among nations.
• Kant proposes six preliminary articles that must be fulfilled to achieve peace, including ideas such as the renunciation of secret treaties and the abolition of standing armies.
• In the book, Kant introduces the concept of a «republican constitution», which he believes is the most suitable form of governance for ensuring peace.
• Kant considers the idea of a federation of free states as a means to prevent wars and achieve stable peace.
• The book has had a significant impact on the development of international law and political philosophy, inspiring many thinkers and politicians to create international organizations such as the League of Nations and the UN.