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"Reporting the Second World War: The Press and People, 1939-1945" by Tim Luckhurst delves into the realm of British newspaper journalism during the war years, shedding light on a less explored aspect of World War II. Luckhurst, drawing from his experience as a journalist and academic, examines the role of newspapers in shaping public opinion and promoting national unity during the conflict. The book meticulously analyzes the impact of newspapers on political, cultural, and social spheres, making it a valuable resource for media historians and scholars of World War II. [Extracted from the article]

"James Turner Johnson and the Just War Tradition: Selected Essays" is a comprehensive and authoritative anthology edited by Eric Patterson, Gina Palmer, and Timothy Demy. The book explores the historical origins and development of the Just War Tradition, emphasizing the importance of ethical principles in governing the use of military force. Johnson's approach differs from other scholars in that he reclaims the historical foundations of the Just War Tradition and applies them to modern warfare. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Holy War, Jihad, human rights, rebellion, and asymmetric warfare. It also examines the criteria for a just war, such as sovereign authority, just cause, and right intention. Overall, the book presents a persuasive alternative to pacifism and political realism, offering a viable paradigm of Just War ethics for the defense of human rights and the rights of nations. [Extracted from the article]

The book review in the Austrian History Yearbook discusses Alexander Linsbichler's work on the Austrian School of Economics, highlighting its origins in the intellectual milieu of fin-de-siècle and interwar Vienna. The Austrian economists, including figures like Carl Menger, Ludwig von Mises, and Friedrich Hayek, integrated economics with history, political philosophy, social knowledge, and human action theory. Linsbichler's book provides biographies of key figures, explores their intellectual connections, and emphasizes the broader intellectual legacy of the Austrian School beyond economics. The review acknowledges the school's contested legacy but recognizes its significant contributions to twentieth-century debates on social sciences, philosophy, and politics. [Extracted from the article]