The Power of Geography: Ten Maps that Reveal the Future of Our World

Tim Marshall's global bestseller Prisoners of Geography illustrated how nations' decisions are constrained by natural barriers like mountains rivers and seas. While the physical geography remains unchanged the world has evolved significantly. In his insightful new book Marshall examines ten key regions poised to influence global politics amidst a new era of great-power rivalry: Australia Iran Saudi Arabia the UK Greece Turkey the Sahel Ethiopia Spain and even outer space. Discover why Europe may soon face a refugee crisis stemming from tensions in the Sahel why the Middle East needs to diversify beyond oil for its future why the eastern Mediterranean is a critical flashpoint and why Earth's atmosphere may become the next arena of conflict. With his characteristic wit and keen analysis Marshall offers a compelling look at how geography continues to shape humanity’s past present and future.