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This book is probably the most timely book on world economics and political dynamics that you can find. It updates a lot of old statistics and misconceptions all while leaving a really nice taste in your mouth for whats to come. I would recommend this book to everyone who wants to know what's behind the goings-on in the world. Despite the title Zakaria continues to remind the reader that America still plays a vital role in the world and where the United States is able to have the largest impact. Zakaria has definitly done his research on culture, history, politics, economics, trade as well as a multitude of other important topics. He throws in a bit of humor along the way, but you really get a feel this is probably the smartest guy you've ever had the privilege of reading. very enjoyable for the material it's tackling.

The book describes in a very detailed way the world that we are transitioning into. According to the author it is more a multi polar world that is being evolved right now. The United States has been the sole power of the world since the fall of the Soviet Union. Things are about to change as more and more countries develop their economies, they also want to be heard and want a fair standing in the world. Nothing in the current world of geopolitics is being done by the sole say so of the US. The US needs to cope with this reality and and more large and small emerging economic and military powers need to contribute more in the international arena, specially in the field of trade and human rights.