The World is Flat

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When scholars write the history of the world twenty years from now, what will they identify as the most crucial development? The attacks on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and the Iraq war? Or the convergence of technology and events that enabled countries like India and China to join the global supply chain for services and manufacturing, resulting in significant wealth for their middle classes and a vested interest in globalization? This "flattening" of the globe raises questions about whether the world has become too small and fast for human beings and their political systems to adapt effectively. In this insightful book, award-winning columnist Thomas Friedman demystifies the new global landscape, helping readers understand the complex interplay of foreign policy and economic issues. He explores how this flattening occurred at the dawn of the 21st century, its implications for nations, companies, communities, and individuals, and how governments and societies must adapt to thrive in this rapidly changing environment.