Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre

Total war is no longer war waged by all members of one national community against all those of another. It is total... because it may well involve the whole world.

Total war is no longer war waged by all members of one natio

Summary

This quote suggests that the concept of war has evolved from being a conflict between national communities to now having the potential to involve the entire world. "Total war" no longer refers solely to battles fought between different nations, but encompasses the possibility of conflicts on a global scale. The reasoning behind this change is not provided, but it highlights the widening scope and interconnectedness of modern warfare.

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