Review:
The Clash Of Civilizations And The Remaking Of World Order By Samuel P. Huntington
overall review score: 4.5
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The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order is a political book by Samuel P. Huntington that presents a new paradigm for understanding global politics based on cultural and religious divisions.
Key Features
- Proposes that future conflicts will be driven by cultural and religious differences rather than ideology or economics
- Identifies several major civilizations, such as Western, Islamic, Confucian, Hindu, and Slavic-Orthodox
- Predicts trends in international relations and conflicts post-Cold War era
Pros
- Offers a new perspective on global politics
- Provocative and thought-provoking analysis
- Influential in shaping discussions on international relations
Cons
- Critics argue Huntington's thesis oversimplifies complex issues
- Some view his ideas as divisive and encouraging conflict