The Ages of Globalization – Geography, Technology, and Institutions

Jeffrey D. Sachs, an economist and sustainable development expert, explores the challenges and opportunities of the twenty-first century through a series of seven waves of technological and institutional change. He examines the influence of geography, technology, and institutions on the Neolithic revolution, the emergence of empires, the spread of land-based empires in the classical age, the rise of global empires after sea routes, and the industrial age. Sachs highlights the need for new methods of international governance and cooperation to prevent conflicts and achieve economic, social, and environmental objectives aligned with sustainable development. The ages of globalization is a vital book for readers aiming to understand our rapidly changing world.