An Empire Wilderness: Travels into America's Future

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Book Synopsis: "Full of surprises and unusual revelations . . . an informed and disturbing portrait of the new American badlands."--Chicago Tribune"[Kaplan is] tireless, curious, and smart. . . . I cannot imagine anyone will concoct a more convincing scenario for the American future." --Thurston Clarke, The New York Times

With the same prescience and eye for telling detail that distinguished his bestselling Balkan Ghosts, Robert Kaplan now explores his native country, the United States of America. His starting point: the conviction that America is a country not in decline but in transition, slowly but inexorably shedding its identity as a monolithic nation-state and assuming a radically new one. Everywhere Kaplan travels--from St. Louis, Missouri, to Portland, Oregon, from the forty-ninth parallel to the banks of the Rio Grande--he finds an America ever more fragmented along lines of race, class, education, and geography. An America whose wealthy communities become wealthier and more fortress-like as they become more closely linked to the world's business capitals than to the desolate ghettoes next door. An America where the political boundaries between the states--and between the U.S. and Canada and Mexico--are becoming increasingly blurred, betokening a vast open zone for trade, commerce, and cultural interaction, the nexus of tomorrow's transnational world. Never nostalgic or falsely optimistic, bracingly unafraid of change and its consequences, Kaplan paints a startling portrait of post-Cold War America--a great nation entering the final, most uncertain phase of its history. Here is travel writing with the force of prophecy.

"Lively . . . Kaplan has a sharp eye for social truth, and his encounters with a chorus of eloquent citizens of the West keeps the narrative humming." --Outside

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Discover the hidden truths of America's future with An Empire Wilderness: Travels into America's Future by Robert Kaplan. This captivating book offers an informed and disturbing portrait of the new American badlands, revealing shocking revelations that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about the United States. With its unique perspective and thought-provoking insights, Kaplan delivers a scenario for the American future that is undeniably convincing. Get ready to embark on a journey that will challenge your perceptions and ignite your curiosity.

Step into the pages of An Empire Wilderness and join Robert Kaplan as he unravels the complexities of America's transition. From St. Louis, Missouri, to Portland, Oregon, and beyond, Kaplan unearths a fragmented nation torn apart by racial, class, educational, and geographical divisions. Witness the stark contrast between wealthy communities fortifying themselves against the world's business hubs while neglecting the desolate neighborhoods on their doorsteps. As political boundaries blur, a new era of transnational trade, commerce, and cultural fusion emerges, shaping tomorrow's world. Brace yourself for the unpredictable as Kaplan fearlessly confronts America's evolving identity.

Experience the power of Kaplan's prophetic travel writing as he exposes the truth of post-Cold War America. An Empire Wilderness not only takes you on a captivating journey but also immerses you in the lives of eloquent citizens of the West. Their stories will resonate, challenging your beliefs and inspiring you to question the status quo. With Kaplan's sharp eye for social truth, each page resonates with authenticity, keeping the narrative alive and vibrant.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into America's future. Click here to secure your copy of An Empire Wilderness: Travels into America's Future and embark on an eye-opening adventure that will forever change how you perceive your own country.

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