McCoy, Alfred W.
Endless Empire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780299290245
- author:
- McCoy, Alfred W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The University of Wisconsin Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 440
- Genre:
- Political Science, History & Theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Throughout history, empires have risen and fallen in an endless succession. After centuries of expansion, six European powers that once ruled half of humanity collapsed rapidly after World War II, giving rise to a new world order with emerging nations in Asia and Africa. As the global landscape continues to shift, twenty leading historians examine patterns of decline in past empires to understand how they may be influencing the current state of US global power. These patterns include erosion of economic strength, misuse of military power, breakdowns in alliances, weakened control over subordinate elites, and insufficient technological innovation. By studying these factors, historians can gain insights into the dynamics of imperial decline and their potential impact on the future of global power. This book offers a timely analysis of the past to inform our understanding of the present and future of US influence.
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