Ian Bremmer on Nov 10, 2022 | UCSB Arts & Lectures

“My go-to guru on geopolitics is here with a dose of insight and a dash of hope… he illuminates the possible paths forward on public health, politics, climate, and technology.”
- Adam Grant

“We are living in revolutionary times. Politics, geopolitics, technology, globalization are upending the established order. If you are wondering how to make sense of it all, read this excellent book.”
- Fareed Zakaria

As a leading global political risk expert, Ian Bremmer uniquely understands the social, economic and technological forces shaping the next wave of global politics. In his new book, The Power of Crisis, the renowned political scientist draws lessons from global challenges of the past 100 years – including global health emergencies, transformative climate change and the AI revolution – to demonstrate how we can respond to the great crises unfolding over the next decade. Bremmer provides a roadmap for surviving – even thriving in – the 21st century, showing how we can create worldwide prosperity and opportunity.

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