The World A Brief Introduction
The World: A Brief Introduction by Richard Haass, published by Penguin on May 11, 2021, is a comprehensive 400-page exploration of global issues and international relations. This book serves as an invaluable primer for both experts and non-experts, addressing the complexities of globalization and its impact on our lives. Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, presents a readable yet thorough overview that helps readers understand the interconnectedness of today’s world.
In this edition, readers will find insights into the historical context of various regions, the challenges posed by globalization, and the influential countries and events shaping our global landscape. The narrative emphasizes that the effects of international developments reach far beyond borders, urging a thoughtful response to the realities of our global era. This work is designed to equip readers with the knowledge necessary to navigate the pressing issues of our time, making sense of a world where local and global dynamics are increasingly intertwined.
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“A superb introduction to the world and global issues. Richard Haass has written something that is brief, readable, and yet comprehensive—marked throughout by his trademark intelligence and common sense.” —Fareed Zakaria
An invaluable primer from Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, that will help anyone, expert and non-expert alike, navigate a time in which many of our biggest challenges come from the world beyond our borders.
We live in a global era, in which what happens thousands of miles away often affects our lives. Although the United States is bordered by two oceans, those oceans are not moats. And the so-called Vegas rule—what happens there stays there—does not apply. Globalization can be both good and bad, but it is not something that individuals or countries can opt out of. The choice we face is how to respond.
The World focuses on history, what makes each region of the world tick, the many challenges globalization presents, and the most influential countries, events, and ideas, to provide readers with the background they need to make sense of this complicated and interconnected world.
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