Ian Morris

Ian Morris is a British historian, archaeologist, and professor. He is known for his works on the history of ancient civilizations and the development of human societies. He has authored several influential books, including 'Why the West Rules—For Now' and 'The Measure of Civilization'.

Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

  1. 1. Why the West Rules - For Now: The Patterns of History, and What They Reveal About the Future

    This book is a comprehensive exploration of the historical and cultural patterns that have led to Western dominance in the world. The author uses a broad range of evidence from archaeology, genetics, and linguistics to trace the development of East and West from prehistoric times to the present, arguing that physical geography, rather than culture, religion, or great men, is the primary driving force behind the rise of the West. The book also offers a forecast for the future, predicting a shift in global power from the West to the East.

    The 7885th Greatest Book of All Time