Fareed Zakaria Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)

Které revoluce skutečně mění svět? První desetiletí 21. století je možná nejrevolučnějším obdobím moderních dějin. Jaké revoluce hýbou dějinami a jak nám pomáhají porozumět našemu neklidnému světu? Autor mistrně zkoumá epochy a hnutí, které otřásly normami a formovaly naši dobu: fascinující zbohatnutí Nizozemska v 17. století, Francouzskou revoluci s jejím krvavým dědictvím a průmyslovou revoluci, která katapultovala Velkou Británii a USA ke globální dominanci. Kromě těchto historických událostí se zaměřuje na čtyři současné revoluce, které skutečně mění naši společnost: globalizaci, technologii, otázky identity a geopolitiku. Globalizace a technologie přinesly nejen výhody, ale i hluboké narušení a úzkost. Identita se stává bitevním polem polarizované politiky 21. století, zatímco geopolitické změny nabírají na intenzitě. Nacházíme se na rozhraní čtyř revolucí, které predikují temnou budoucnost. Autor však ukazuje, že pesimismus je předčasný. Pokud budeme jednat moudře, liberální mezinárodní řád může být oživen a populismus odsunut na smetiště dějin. Přichází s novým revolučním pohledem na éru, v níž žijeme.

The CNN host and best-selling author explores the revolutions--past and present--that define the chaotic, polarized, and unstable age in which we live.

"COVID-19 is speeding up history, but how? What is the shape of the world to come? CNN host Fareed Zakaria, foresees the nature of a post-pandemic world: the political, social, technological and economic consequences that may take years to unfold. In ten 'lessons', he writes about the acceleration of natural and biological risks, the obsolescence of the old political categories of right and left, the rise of 'digital life', the future of globalization and an emerging world order split between the United States and China. He invites us to think about how we are truly social animals with community embedded in our nature, and, above all, the degree to which nothing is written - the future is truly in our own hands" (ed.).

The liberal arts face significant challenges as governors in states like Florida, Texas, and North Carolina vow to cut taxpayer funding for these programs, a sentiment echoed by President Obama, who suggested that vocational training may offer better financial prospects. This perspective has led to a decline in traditional majors such as English and history. Fareed Zakaria reflects on his upbringing in India, where a skills-based education was highly prioritized, yet he argues that this view is fundamentally flawed. He highlights the essential skills gained from a liberal arts education, including clear writing, persuasive expression, and analytical thinking. Zakaria counters the vocational argument by pointing out the automation and outsourcing of routine manufacturing jobs, emphasizing that specific vocational skills can quickly become obsolete. While engineering is valuable, he stresses the importance of creativity, lateral thinking, design, communication, storytelling, and a lifelong passion for learning—qualities nurtured by a liberal education. He also notes that technology is revolutionizing education, making high-quality courses accessible to millions globally, marking the beginning of an unprecedented expansion of liberal education.

A landmark work of international relations theory, Power and Interdependence first published in 1977 and posited a radically comprehensive explanation of the mechanics driving world affairs--"power politics" on one hand and "complex interdependence" on the other hand. This widely influential book reexamined the military and economic interests of state and non-state actors, and in an argument made before the end of the Cold War, the authors broadened the prevailing realist worldview of the time and anticipated many of the developments in our modern era of globalization. With a new preface by the authors and a foreword by Fareed Zakaria that looks at world affairs after the Cold War, the terrorist attacks of September 11, and the global financial crisis, Power and Interdependence is required reading for all students of international relations.

Dit is géén boek over de ondergang van Amerika. Integendeel. Zakaria laat zien hoe alles waarin Amerika goed is, geld verdienen, democratie, luxe, over de hele wereld symbolen van welvaart zijn geworden. Maar de Verenigde Staten zijn verslagen op het terrein dat ze zelf hebben gedefinieerd. De hoogste torens staan niet meer in Chicago of New York maar in Singapore en Maleisië. Het meeste geld wordt niet meer verdiend in Los Angeles maar in Dubai en de Emiraten. De hele wereld is geglobaliseerd, behalve het land dat de globalisering heeft uitgevonden. Zakaria trekt (met grote trefzekerheid) de lijn terug tot in de zestiende en zeventiende eeuw en beschrijft hoe het Oosten zijn toenmalige prominente rol kwijtraakt, hoe de verhoudingen zijn geworden zoals ze nu zijn.

A modern classic that uses historical analysis to shed light on the present, The Future of Freedom is, as the Chicago Tribune put it, "essential reading for anyone worried about the promotion and preservation of liberty." Hailed by the New York Times as "brave and ambitious...updated Tocqueville," it enjoyed extended stays on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post bestseller lists and has been translated into eighteen languages. Prescient in laying out the distinction between democracy and liberty, the book now contains a new afterword on the United States's occupation of Iraq. "Intensely provocative and valuable," according to BusinessWeek, with an easy command of history, philosophy, and current affairs, The Future of Freedom calls for a restoration of the balance between liberty and democracy and shows how politics and government can be made effective and relevant for our time.

Examining the transformation of wealthy nations into influential global powers, Fareed Zakaria delves into the case of the United States as a prime example of this phenomenon. He explores the dynamics that drive rich countries to project their influence internationally, highlighting the implications for global stability and the emergence of new powers. Through this analysis, the book provides insights into the relationship between national wealth and geopolitical clout in the context of international politics.

Since its founding in 1922, Foreign Affairs has established itself as the premier journal of international relations, offering profound commentary on global politics and economic policy. America's significant role in world events—military, political, economic, and ideological—has been central to discussions within its pages. Notably, it was here that George Kennan introduced the containment policy, shaping U.S. Cold War strategy. The journal has hosted debates among statesmen-scholars like Henry Kissinger and Arthur Schlesinger on critical issues such as nuclear weapons and human rights, while journalists like Walter Lippmann and James Reston have provided insightful analyses of American foreign policy. Thinkers like Isaiah Berlin and Samuel Huntington have explored the evolving dynamics of the world. In The American Encounter , readers will discover landmark essays that reflect a unique intellectual history of the past century and America's extraordinary influence within it. This collection stands apart, as there is no other publication like Foreign Affairs . The American Encounter serves as a vital connection to historical giants—visionaries whose insights and warnings resonate today, enhancing our understanding of America's role on the global stage.