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civilized-warfare-rules

The modern Institute for Civilized Warfare has established subtle and balanced rules to regulate aggression and conflict, contrasting with the cruder ancient methods.

1 chapter across 1 book

The Uplift War (1988)David Brin

Chapter 14

This chapter contrasts the primitive ritualistic methods of warfare and honor among pre-Contact humans with the modern, regulated rules of civilized warfare, highlighting Gailet's tense interactions and internal struggles amid political pressures. Meanwhile, Robert embarks on a physically demanding journey across rugged terrain, reflecting on humanity's mysterious origins and the challenges of survival in a wild environment, culminating in an encounter with wary native animals.