Sachs, Jeffrey D.

The Ages of Globalization: Geography, Technology, and Institutions

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ISBN 13:: 9780231193740
author:: Sachs, Jeffrey D.
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Columbia University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 280
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres
Genre:: History,World History, Business,
Condition:: New
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The Ages of Globalization: Geography, Technology, and Institutions by Jeffrey D. Sachs sheds light on how humanity's story has always been on a global scale. This book explores seven distinct waves of technological and institutional change, from the original settling of the planet to reflections on today's globalization.

Sachs examines the interplay of geography, technology, and institutions in shaping major events throughout history, including the Neolithic revolution, the rise of empires, and the industrial age. He argues that understanding these past waves can offer fresh perspectives on the ongoing processes taking place in our own time, particularly in the context of digital globalization.

This book is a vital resource for anyone seeking to make sense of our rapidly changing world. Sachs emphasizes the need for new methods of international governance and cooperation to prevent conflicts and achieve economic, social, and environmental objectives aligned with sustainable development.

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