The Roerich Pact and the Banner of Peace

The Roerich Pact And The Banner Of Peace is a book written by Nicholas Roerich, a Russian-born artist, writer, and philosopher. The book is a comprehensive account of the Roerich Pact, an international treaty signed in 1935 that aimed to protect cultural heritage during times of war. The treaty was inspired by Roerich's belief that art and culture are essential components of human civilization and should be protected at all costs.In the book, Roerich provides a detailed history of the development of the Roerich Pact, including the various conferences and meetings that led to its creation. He also explains the principles and provisions of the treaty, which includes the establishment of a ""Banner of Peace"" that would be flown over cultural sites to signify their protection.Roerich's book highlights the importance of cultural preservation and the need for international cooperation in times of war. He argues that the destruction of cultural sites not only represents a loss of history and heritage but also has a profound impact on the human psyche.Overall, The Roerich Pact And The Banner Of Peace is a thought-provoking and insightful book that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of war and conflict. It is a must-read for anyone interested in art, culture, and the preservation of human history.This is a new release of the original 1934 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.