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Civilization: The West And The Rest
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From The Bestselling Author Of The Ascent Of Money And The Square And The Towera Dazzling History Of Western Ideas. The Economistmr. Ferguson Tells His Story With Characteristic Verve And An Eye For The Felicitous Phrase. Wall Street Journal[W]Ritten With Vitality And Verve . . . A Tour De Force. Boston Globewestern Civilizations Rise To Global Dominance Is The Single Most Important Historical Phenomenon Of The Past Five Centuries.How Did The West Overtake Its Eastern Rivals? And Has The Zenith Of Western Power Now Passed? Acclaimed Historian Niall Ferguson Argues That Beginning In The Fifteenth Century, The West Developed Six Powerful New Concepts, Or Killer Applicationscompetition, Science, The Rule Of Law, Modern Medicine, Consumerism, And The Work Ethicthat The Rest Lacked, Allowing It To Surge Past All Other Competitors.Yet Now, Ferguson Shows How The Rest Have Downloaded The Killer Apps The West Once Monopolized, While The West Has Literally Lost Faith In Itself. Chronicling The Rise And Fall Of Empires Alongside Clashes (And Fusions) Of Civilizations, Civilization: The West And The Rest Recasts World History With Force And Wit. Boldly Argued And Teeming With Memorable Characters, This Is Ferguson At His Very Best.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Civilization: The West and the Rest'? A: The main theme of the book is the rise of Western civilization and its global dominance over the past five centuries, exploring how the West surpassed its Eastern rivals through the development of six key concepts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Civilization: The West and the Rest' is Niall Ferguson, a renowned historian known for his engaging writing style and insightful analysis.
- Q: What are the six 'killer applications' discussed in the book? A: The six 'killer applications' discussed are competition, science, the rule of law, modern medicine, consumerism, and the work ethic, which Ferguson argues were pivotal in the West's historical success.
- Q: When was 'Civilization: The West and the Rest' published? A: The book was published on October 30, 2012.
- Q: What is the format and binding of this book? A: 'Civilization: The West and the Rest' is available in a paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 464 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study as it provides a well-researched analysis of Western civilization and includes historical references and insights valuable for students and scholars.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in history, sociology, and the dynamics of global power will find this book particularly engaging and informative.
- Q: Does the book cover contemporary issues related to Western civilization? A: Yes, Ferguson discusses contemporary issues and how the West's historical concepts are being adopted by other cultures, which adds relevance to current global dynamics.
- Q: What reviews or critiques have been made about this book? A: The book has received positive reviews for its engaging writing style and insightful perspectives, with notable praise from publications like The Economist and Wall Street Journal.