Books like The Next 100 Years by George Friedman

George Friedman’s ‘The Next 100 Years’ offers a clear, forward‑looking analysis of global politics and economics. Drawing on centuries of historical patterns, Friedman predicts the end of the U.S.–Jihadist war, a second Cold War with Russia, and a major crisis in China that will elevate Mexico to a significant world power. He foresees a major mid‑century confrontation involving the United States and a coalition from Eastern Europe, Eurasia, and the Far East, though suggesting that future armies will be smaller and wars less lethal. Technological focus shifts to space, both for military applications and for new energy resources with profound environmental implications. Friedman also foresees a “Golden Age” for the United States in the second half of the century. His insights provide a provocative forecast of the geopolitical landscape through 2100. The book compiles exhaustive historical research and geopolitical theories, presenting them in an accessible format for scholars and general readers alike.

First publish date: April 15, 2008