Tim Marshall

Spy satellites orbiting the Moon. Space metals worth billions. Humans on Mars within our lifetimes. This isn’t science fiction. It’s astropolitics. We’re entering a new space race – and it could revolutionise life on Earth. Space: the new frontier, a wild and lawless place. It is already central to communication, economics, military strategy and international relations on Earth. Now, it...

In Prisoners of Geography by Tim Marshall, readers embark on an enlightening journey that explores how geography shapes not only the history and politics of nations but also their futures. This riveting book delves into the constraints and opportunities imposed by mountains, rivers, seas, and borders, revealing how the landscape has played a crucial role in the decisions and destinies...

In The Power of Geography by Tim Marshall, the reader is taken on a captivating journey through ten pivotal regions of the world that are destined to shape global politics in the forthcoming era. Marshall delves into the geopolitical intricacies of Australia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Greece, Turkey, the Sahel, Ethiopia, Spain, and even Space. Each region is meticulously...

Tim Marshall’s bestselling series of geopolitical explainers have been a runaway success. Breaking down global events with sharp insights and wit, he has made complex ideas accessible to millions around the globe. Now readers have a chance to test their world knowledge, with Prisoners of Geography: The Quiz Book. Covering every area of the globe and containing a mix of...

Spy satellites orbiting the moon. Space metals worth more than most countries’ GDP. People on Mars within the next ten years. This isn’t science fiction. It’s astropolitics. Humans are heading up and out, and we’re taking our power struggles with us. Soon, what happens in space will shape human history as much as the mountains, rivers and seas have on...

Prisoners of Geography looks at the past, present, and future to offer crucial insights into one of the major factors that determine world history – because if you don’t know geography, you’ll never have the full picture. Originally published in 2015, this completely revised and updated edition brings it up to date with the events and trends of the past...

Divided by Tim Marshall is a profound exploration of the barriers—both physical and ideological—that are shaping our modern world. This insightful narrative delves deep into the geographies and politics of division, providing a compelling examination of why walls are being erected across the globe and what they signify for the future of international relations. In this meticulously researched book, Marshall...

How did the USA become a superpower? Why do people go to war? And why are some countries rich while others are so poor? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this eye-opening book, which uses maps to explain how geography has shaped the history of our world. Discover how the choices of world leaders...

Worth Dying For by Tim Marshall is an illuminating exploration of the powerful symbols that flags represent, unraveling their deep-seated significance in cultures across the globe. Spanning nine intricate chapters, the book delves into the histories, politics, and symbolic meanings of flags from a diverse array of regions, including the USA, UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America,...

The last of the devastating series of conflicts resulting from the breakup of Yugoslavia in the early 1990s, the Kosovo War saw more than 13,500 fatalities, with reports of atrocities, amid controversial intervention and bombing by NATO. Twenty years have passed since the war’s end on 11 June 1999, yet Kosovo’s status remains uncertain and questions remain about the possibility...

Spy satellites orbiting the moon. Space metals worth more than most countries' GDP. People on Mars within the next ten years. This isn’t science fiction. It’s astropolitics. Humans are heading up and out, and we’re taking our power struggles with us. Soon, what happens in space will shape human history as much as the mountains, rivers and seas have on...