WAR, PEACE, AND WAR - PETER TURCHIN

Have you ever wondered what truly shapes the course of history? Peter Turchin, in his fascinating book "War, Peace, and War," presents an innovative theory about the cyclical changes in societies and empires. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the mechanisms that govern the world.

• New theory of history: A bold look at the causes of the rise and fall of empires.
• Historical examples: A wealth of analyses and references to key moments in human history.
• Relevance: Reflections on contemporary challenges and threats to the global order.
• Social cooperation: A key factor in the success and survival of societies.
• Conflict and disintegration: Inevitable consequences of inequality and lack of unity.
• Future of civilization: Forecasts and scenarios for the years ahead.

Peter Turchin, a distinguished scientist and analyst, proves in his book that a society's ability to act collectively is crucial for the creation and maintenance of an empire. A high level of cooperation arises where people must unite to repel a common enemy. It is this type of cooperation that led to the creation of the Russian and Roman empires, as well as the United States.

However, this process cannot last forever. As empires grow in power, the rich get richer and the poor get poorer, conflict replaces cooperation, leading to inevitable disintegration. Turchin analyzes these mechanisms using historical examples, offering a new, bold theory about the course of world history.

The book "War, Peace, and War" is not only an analysis of the past, but also an attempt to understand the present and predict the future. The author raises questions about the role of technology, social inequality, and conflicts in shaping the fate of Western civilization. It is a read that forces reflection and provokes discussion.

WEI Publishing presents this brilliant and rich in historical examples book in an elegant paperback. The 235x167 mm format and 412 pages full of knowledge and inspiration make it an ideal choice for anyone who wants to delve into the secrets of history and understand the mechanisms that govern the world. The year of publication 2023 guarantees topicality and a fresh perspective on the issues discussed.

Can an empire be overthrown with a cell phone? How did freedom-loving Cossacks become loyal servants of Tsarist Russia? Would Leo Tolstoy have written War and Peace if he had known quantum mechanics? What do the movements of a butterfly's wings have in common with the crisis of Western civilization? What could St. Matthew have known about contemporary social inequalities? Why do war and violence spread like a viral epidemic? You will find answers to these questions in this fascinating book!