The Idea of Non-Violence

The idea of non-violence (passive-resistance) has always seemed beautiful but too good to be true. As a practical proposition it arouses scepticism and ridicule. But Mr Gregg is strangely convincing. He marshals the whole weight of contemporary knowledge, and uses the experience of Gandhi, who has employed non-violence methods on a wider scale and with greater success than any other figure in history.

Non-violent resistance is the doctrine of absolute pacifism. In theory, it recognizes no use of violence as legitimate; in practice, it includes all human relations, national and social as well as individual.

Contents Include

Modern Examples of Non-Violent Resistance
Moral Jiu-Jitsu
What Happens
Utilising Emotional Energy
How is Mass Non-Violent Resistance An Effective Substitute for War
The Class Struggle and Non-Violent Resistance
Non-Violence and the State
Further Political Aspects
Biological Considerations
Doubts and Queries
Preperation for Non-Violence
Further Understanding
Self Discipline
Group Training and Discipline
Notes by Chapters