New York Times Bestseller An invaluable primer from Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, that will help anyone, expert and non-expert alike, navigate a time in which many of our biggest challenges come from the world beyond our borders.
Dr. Richard Haass is president of the Council on Foreign Relations. An experienced diplomat and policymaker, he served as the senior Middle East adviser to President George H. W. Bush, as director of the Policy Planning Staff under Secretary of State Colin Powell, and as the U.S. envoy to both the Cyprus and Northern Ireland peace talks. A recipient of the Presidential Citizens Medal, the State Department's Distinguished Honor Award, and the Tipperary International Peace Award, he is also the author or editor of fourteen other books, including the best-selling A World in Disarray.
“This book is a superb introduction to the world and global issues.
Richard Haass has been able to write something that is brief,
readable and yet comprehensive—marked throughout by his trademark
intelligence and common sense.” —Fareed Zakaria
“A clear and concise account of the history, diplomacy, economics,
and societal forces that have molded the modern global system.”
—Foreign Affairs
“Condensing so much complexity into a lucid 400 pages is no small
accomplishment.” —The New York Times
“This is the book that explains how the world really works, how it
is changing, and why it matters. Just what every citizen and
student needs to read.” —Madeleine Albright
“This terrific work delivers completely on its promise to provide
readers with a basic understanding of the world. It is hard to
imagine anyone more suited for this ambitious task than Richard
Haass. His narrative flair, depth of experience, and wide-ranging
knowledge sparkle on every page.” —Doris Kearns Goodwin
“Richard Haass has just reinvented the primer—something for
everyone to read this summer. High school students, undergrads,
grads in all disciplines and a few people in the nation’s capital
will benefit.” —Rachel Kyte, Dean, The Fletcher School, Tufts
University
“An essential book—just what the world needs now to put things in
perspective.” —Ray Dalio
“Richard Haass explains the world to us in a thoughtful,
comprehensive and accessible way. At a time when our world is
changing faster than ever—and becoming more interconnected and
complex—it has never been more important to be globally literate.
Our future depends on it.” —Arne Duncan
“A comprehensive analysis of our world—a valuable guide for every
alert citizen as well as for scholars and students of international
affairs.” —New York Journal of Books
“We are all being bombarded by strong views designed to conjure up
emotion over sound judgement, which makes it very grounding to have
The World. It is a great read for anyone who wants to have a
sound background before deciding to retweet the latest crazy
article making the rounds!” —Kal Penn
“This is a great book that every high school and college student,
as well as teachers and parents, should read. An indispensable
resource to educate global citizens.” —Professor Fernando M.
Reimers, Harvard Graduate School of Education
“The World explains important concepts clearly and fairly and
offers an excellent overview of global affairs . . . Those who read
and even study The World will be educated, stimulated and
challenged. They will become better global citizens.” —Washington
Diplomat
“One core premise of this necessary book is that the three great
scourges of our time—COVID-19, nuclear weaponry and climate
change—cannot be resolved without a global outlook. Dr. Richard
Haass, author of The World and 14 other books, is here to teach us.
This book is aimed at a wide, inclusive audience. Haass’ style is
fulsome yet facile. He guides us on a rich, region-by-region world
tour. The most fascinating feature of each treatment is
‘looking ahead’—his fearless, in some cases, provocative analysis
of what he feels is in store for a given corner of the globe.”
—Providence Journal
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