Description
What happens when the systems that hold society together begin to fail—and why does collapse often arrive long before anyone calls it that? Drawing on history, economics, and political analysis, this book traces the patterns behind societal breakdown, from the slow erosion of trust and institutions to the sudden shocks that push communities past the point of recovery. It then turns outward, asking what the future may look like as climate pressures, technological disruption, and inequality reshape the conditions of stability. With a clear, evidence-driven style, it offers both a sobering diagnosis and a practical framework for understanding risk—so readers can recognize early warning signs and think more deliberately about resilience.
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paperback
Knopf
Published Sep 23, 2025
593 pages
ISBN: 9780593321362
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First Published
2025
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Goliath's Curse: The History and Future of Societal Collapse by Luke Kemp.