Traces the epochal shifts in the relationship between capital accumulation and state formation over a 700-year period. This book concludes with an examination of the forces which have shaped and are poised to undermine America's world power.
In the late eighteenth century, the political economist Adam Smith predicted an eventual equalization of power between the conquering West and the conquered non-West. This book demonstrates Smith's continued relevance to understanding China's extraordinary rise.
The book offers a critical examination of the concept of Empire through the insights of contemporary international theorists and commentators. It delves into the complexities of power dynamics and global relations, providing a thought-provoking analysis that challenges conventional understandings of imperialism in today's context. With a focus on the implications of Empire, the discussions aim to illuminate the intricate interplay between politics, culture, and economics on the world stage.