The Rise And Fall Of The Great Powers by Paul Kennedy
Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500 to 2000
The book in question offers a comprehensive analysis of the economic and military factors that have shaped the relative power of nations from the 16th century to the late 20th century. It argues that the rise and fall of great powers are closely linked to their ability to manage economic resources and maintain military strength. The author examines the patterns of history to show how the overextension of an empire's resources often leads to decline, and suggests that managing the balance between wealth and power is crucial for the longevity of a great power. The book also provides insights into the potential future of global power dynamics by considering the implications of these historical patterns for contemporary superpowers.
The 4497th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1987
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 704
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- Books of the Decade (1980s) (The Independent)
- NY Times Editors Choice 1980-1989 (NY Times)
- The Hundred Most Influential Books Since The War (WW2) (Central and East European Publishing Project)