“The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order” by Samuel P. Huntington
“The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order” by Samuel P. Huntington is considered a groundbreaking book in world politics and international relations. In the wake of the post-Cold War world, Huntington’s theory of civilizational conflict presented a different perspective on the course of future politics. The theory reshaped the international system by cementing it in eight civilizations, each with its own values and institutions.
Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind
“Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari takes us through a brief history of humankind, its evolution, and the revolutions that have occurred.
The author has divided the book into four major, giving detailed insight into each section. The first section of the book sheds light on the role of cognitive revolution in securing the existence of Homo sapiens.
The second and third sections of the book discuss the signficance of both the agricultural revolution and globalization.
The last part of the book highlights the scientific revolution and its impact on the lives of Homo sapiens.