The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order
The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order
Samuel P. Huntington
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
It was written almost 20 years ago now, and it seems as if [the author's] hypothesis is getting more and more credit than Francis Fukuyama’s (The End of History) about what the world will look like. - Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Jamie Dimon
On Jamie Dimon's list of favorite books.
Stewart Brand
Stewart Brand recommended this book on his "Selected Books for the Manual for Civilization" blog post.
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The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

Samuel P. Huntington
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Samuel P. Huntington
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In the wake of communism's fall, Samuel P. Huntington's seminal work, "The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order," emerges as a pivotal discourse on the evolving theatre of global politics. Huntington posits a world where the tumultuous interplay of civilizations supersedes the traditional conflicts between nation-states and ideological factions. With a keen analytical eye, he maps the contours of a new world order, marked by cultural and religious identities as the primary sources of global discord and alliance. This bold thesis challenges the reader to reconsider the fabric of international relations, suggesting that the future of global stability hinges on our understanding of these civilizational dynamics. Crafted with profound insight and scholarly rigor, Huntington's narrative is both a forecast and a framework for grasping the complexities of the 21st century's international landscape. By identifying potential flashpoints of conflict and zones of possible cooperation, "The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order" stands not only as a monumental scholarly achievement but also as a clarion call for strategic empathy in navigating the future. Huntington artfully blends historical analysis with geopolitical foresight, offering a compelling vision of a world where the clash of civilizations shapes the destiny of global affairs. This work is indispensable for anyone seeking to understand the undercurrents of modern geopolitical tensions and the prospects for enduring peace.

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Released
1996
1 Jan
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368
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It was written almost 20 years ago now, and it seems as if [the author's] hypothesis is getting more and more credit than Francis Fukuyama’s (The End of History) about what the world will look like. - Ayaan Hirsi Ali
On Jamie Dimon's list of favorite books.
Stewart Brand recommended this book on his "Selected Books for the Manual for Civilization" blog post.
The West won the world not by the superiority of its ideas or values or religion […] but rather by its superiority in applying organized violence. Westerners often forget this fact; non-Westerners never do.
— Samuel P. Huntington, The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order

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