The Greatest Evil Is War

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An unflinching indictment of the horror and obscenity of war by a distinguished war correspondent, this book draws on the experiences and interviews of Pulitzer Prize-winner Chris Hedges. It examines the hidden costs of war and its impact on individuals, families, communities, and nations. In fifteen concise chapters, Hedges presents a compelling argument against war, not through philosophical or moral reasoning, but through a powerful collection of personal encounters with war's victims. These include veterans, parents, gravely wounded American servicemen from the Iraq War, Holocaust survivors, and soldiers from the Falklands War. Hedges has reported from conflict zones, including Sarajevo during the Balkans crisis, and previously published a notable work on the subject in 2002, which received critical acclaim. After two decades of silence on the topic, the resurgence of war, particularly in Ukraine, has prompted him to reflect on the enduring truths of conflict. He emphasizes that civilians are often the primary victims and highlights the devastating tools and methods of war that lead to unimaginable destruction. This book serves as a stark reminder of the realities of war and its far-reaching consequences.