Description

In this sweeping examination of the forces shaping the modern world, the book explores how population growth, technological change, environmental pressures, economic transformation, and shifting international power may redefine life in the twenty-first century. Moving from broad global trends to their implications for governments, societies, and individuals, it considers both the opportunities and the risks created by an increasingly interconnected world. The analysis emphasizes the urgent need for foresight, adaptation, and informed public policy as humanity confronts challenges that cross national borders. Accessible yet wide-ranging, it offers a thoughtful framework for understanding globalization and preparing for an uncertain future.

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HARPER COLLINS 1 PAP

Published Jun 13, 1994

452 pages

ISBN: 9780006380597

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First Published

1994

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Preparing for the Twenty-first Century by Paul Kennedy.

War/Trauma
Poverty/Famine
Environmental Destruction