The book "War Against Nature and Overconsumption in the Contemporary World" by Guillermo Torres Carral offers an in-depth analysis of the complex relationships between war, economy, and the environment. It explores the question of whether wars and the associated war economy actually lead to economic progress and social prosperity, or if they are rather the main cause of social inequalities and the decline in quality of life. In particular, it refers to the events of 2008, which are considered a turning point in the discussion about the negative impacts of wars on society. The book argues that the military industry is closely linked to overconsumption, which drives the demand for weapons and thus burdens the productive sectors of the economy. Furthermore, it addresses the relationship between military conflicts and the destruction of the natural environment, which is seen as the basis for the current environmental crisis.