The Downfall of the American Order?

The book "The Downfall of the American Order?" provides insight into the emerging global political economy and the potential for new orders to emerge. Contributors assess the probable outcomes, ranging from hollowed-out American primacy to partial modifications of old institutions and practices.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2022
Publisher: Cornell University Press

The book "The Downfall of the American Order?" provides a deep analysis of the evolving global political economy in a world that is becoming increasingly chaotic. For seventy-five years, American leadership and the institutions it created shaped the world's politics and economic activities, aiming to prevent the horrors of past eras, such as two world wars and the Great Depression. However, as the saying goes, "all things must pass." The global financial crisis of 2008, the aftermath of two long and costly wars, and the polarizing and controversial presidency of Donald Trump have all indicated that global affairs have reached a critical juncture. The consequences of this are far-reaching.

In this book, the contributors examine the order that once existed and speculate about what might come next. They engage in a dialogue, sharing their assessments and expectations. The range of predictions is wide, from a diminished American primacy struggling to maintain its position by default, to partial modifications of old institutions and practices both domestically and internationally, to wholesale contestations and the search for new orders.

The contributors to this book are esteemed scholars and experts in their respective fields. They include Rawi Abdelal, Sheri Berman, Mark Blyth, Francis J. Gavin, Peter A. Gourevitch, Ilene Grabel, Peter J. Katzenstein, Jonathan Kirshner, and John Gerard Ruggie. Each contributor brings their unique perspective and expertise to the discussion, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics shaping the world today.

The book "The Downfall of the American Order?" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the current state of global affairs and the potential future trajectories. It offers insightful analysis and thought-provoking perspectives, helping readers navigate the complex and rapidly changing world we live in.

Weight: 380g
Dimension: 228 x 152 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501762987