The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500 to 2000
The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500 to 2000
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1989
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1989677
Book • Nonfiction
Global • 1500-2000
1989
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers, Paul Kennedy examines global power dynamics from 1500 to 2000, highlighting the interplay between economic strength and military conflict. Individuals across major world powers experience shifts in dominance due to economic changes, with historical patterns offering insights into the balance between economic and military capabilities.
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Contemplative
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Paul Kennedy's The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers is praised for its detailed analysis of the interplay between economic power and military conflict over five centuries. Critics commend its broad historical scope and insightful synthesis. However, some argue that it occasionally oversimplifies complex events and lacks detailed regional focus.
Who Should Read The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500 to 2000?
A reader interested in The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers likely enjoys historical analysis, focusing on economic and military shifts over centuries. Similar audiences may appreciate Jared Diamond's Guns, Germs, and Steel or Peter Frankopan's The Silk Roads for their global historical perspectives.
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Book • Nonfiction
Global • 1500-2000
1989
Adult
18+ years
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