The Accidental Superpower
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The Accidental Superpower
With a new "10 years later" epilogue for every chapter, comes an eye-opening assessment of American power and deglobalization in the bestselling tradition of The World is Flat and The Next 100 Years.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionHowever, as Zeihan argues, this era of stability and prosperity is far from the norm; it is an artificial construct that is unsustainable in the long run. We are living in an age of borrowed time, where the foundational elements supporting this global system are gradually disintegrating.
In The Accidental Superpower, Zeihan skilfully examines the immutable forces of geography and demographics that are eroding the American commitment to free trade. He explores how much of the world's population is aging into mass retirement, which will deplete markets and capital supplies. Amidst these global shifts, the United States stands out. Zeihan highlights that the American economy, driven by the shale revolution, is swiftly approaching energy independence, a feat unmatched by other developed nations. This newfound self-sufficiency shields the U.S. from the volatility of international energy markets.
Zeihan ventures further to explain how America's geographic advantages and demographic vitality uniquely position it to not only navigate but also thrive in a world moving towards de-globalisation. The United States, with its abundant natural resources, expansive fertile land, navigable rivers, and young population, is poised to remain robust despite the global economic and political turmoil that may arise as other nations grapple with aging populations and resource constraints.
This compelling narrative posits that while most of the world may view these changes as impending disasters, the U.S. is geared to adapt and even prosper. The promise of a self-sustaining energy supply and a youthful workforce enables the country to sidestep many of the challenges that will beset other ageing and resource-strapped nations.
In an increasingly fragmented global landscape, Zeihan's insights in The Accidental Superpower are not only timely but also imperative for understanding the future of international relations and the new world (dis)order looming on the horizon. Readers are invited to reconsider the perceived permanency of our current systems and to explore the possibilities of an evolving geopolitical landscape where geography and demographics take centre stage.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781538767344
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 January 2024
Country: United States
Imprint: Twelve
Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 460g
Pages: 432
About the Author
Peter Zeihan launched his own firm, Zeihan on Geopolitics, in 2012 after working for twelve years with the geopolitical analysis firm Stratfor, where he was Vice President of Analysis.
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