Kennedy, Paul M.
The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500-2000
- ISBN 13:
- 9780006860525
- author:
- Kennedy, Paul M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fontana Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1989
- Pages:
- 926
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 5.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Central government policies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers: Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500 to 2000 by Paul Kennedy This study explores the 500-year history of great powers, revealing how nations that rose to prominence inevitably declined as their growth rate slowed and their military spending increased. The author argues that policy decisions can either ease or worsen this decline, and examines the current challenges faced by major nations, including the USA, USSR, EEC, Japan, and China. Kennedy's analysis spans five centuries, from the Renaissance to the Cold War, and sheds light on the complex interplay between economic and military factors that have shaped the course of history. By understanding the patterns of rise and fall, readers can gain valuable insights into the challenges facing the world today. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the dynamics of power and its impact on international relations.
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