End Times - Peter Turchin - książka
Producent: Penguin Books
What causes political instability and societal collapse? How do elites preserve their dominance, and why do ruling classes sometimes unexpectedly lose their authority? For many years, complexity scientist Peter Turchin has been uniquely analyzing world history. By compiling extensive databases that cover 10,000 years of human activities and developing innovative models, he has revolutionized our understanding of historical lessons. "End Times" is the culmination of his work: a pioneering exploration of societal functioning. According to Turchin, the lessons are compelling. When the equilibrium of power heavily favors the elites, income inequality dramatically increases. The wealthy become wealthier, while the poor face further destitution. As more individuals strive to enter the elite circles, dissatisfaction with the status quo intensifies, often leading to catastrophic outcomes. Elite overproduction triggered state collapse in imperial China, medieval France, the American Civil War, and it is occurring today. Despite being far along a path of potential violent political upheaval, Turchin’s models offer guidance toward a hopeful future. By learning from historical instances where balance was restored, "End Times" suggests a path away from repeating historical cycles and towards a novel future.
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