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Why The West Rules - For Now

The Patterns of History and what they reveal about the Future
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In Why The West Rules - For Now, Ian Morris examines the patterns of history to understand why Western societies have dominated international power structures and economics. By analysing both Western and Eastern history, the book explores how geography, social development, and cultural factors have influenced global power dynamics.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by historical analysis and enjoy exploring the grand sweep of human history with a blend of archaeology, biology, and social sciences to understand the dominance of the West.

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Why The West Rules - For Now

Why does the West rule? Eminent Stanford polymath Ian Morris answers this provocative question, drawing uniquely on 15,000 years of history and archaeology, and the methods of social science.

Why does the West rule? Eminent Stanford polymath Ian Morris answers this provocative question, drawing uniquely on 15,000 years of history and archaeology, and the methods of social science.

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In the middle of the eighteenth century, British entrepreneurs harnessed the transformative energies of steam and coal, catalysing an era of profound change. This industrial revolution marked the beginning of a new epoch, with factories, railways, and gunboats driving the West's ascendancy to global power. The twentieth century saw the West consolidate its dominance with the advent of computers and nuclear weapons. Yet, in contemporary times, the meteoric rise of China and India raises concerns about the enduring supremacy of the Western world.

How long will the West's preeminence last? To grasp this, one must delve into why the West has been predominantly influential for the last two centuries. This is the central question that Ian Morris addresses with remarkable flair and authority in his masterful work, Why The West Rules - For Now.

Historian and archaeologist Ian Morris expertly draws on a sprawling canvas of 15,000 years of history to explore the forces that have shaped civilizations. By interweaving intricate details from history, archaeology, economics, and geography, Morris presents fresh perspectives on the past dynamics of power and speculates on the future trajectory of global supremacy. His interdisciplinary approach is both deeply researched and compellingly argued, making this book a riveting read for anyone interested in understanding the historical ebb and flow of power dynamics.

Why The West Rules - For Now is not just a historical analysis; it is a thoughtful inquiry into the patterns and reasons behind the rise and fall of civilizations. Morris's inquiry transcends traditional historical narratives, providing a gripping and truly original account of the world's history and offering profound insights into what the future may hold for East and West alike.

Deeply insightful and well-argued, Why The West Rules - For Now is an essential read for those who seek to comprehend the vast forces that have shaped human history and those that may define our future. Morris's eloquent prose and robust research make this a seminal work that fuels contemplation and discussion among scholars, historians, and curious readers worldwide.

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Why The West Rules - For Now by Ian Morris has garnered praise for its broad and insightful contributions to comparative history. Critics have described it as provocative, stimulating, and highly entertaining, with Morris's comprehensive approach and engaging prose being particularly highlighted. His ability to weave archaeology, classics, economics, and science into a lucid narrative has been commended, making the book a notable work in the grand-theory-of-human-history genre.

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ISBN: 9781846682087

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Profile Books Ltd

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 42.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 768

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About the Author

Ian Morris is Willard professor of classics, professor of history and a fellow of the Archaeology Centre at Stanford University. He has written and edited a number of academic books and has appeared on a number of television networks. This is his first trade book.

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