The Science of Power (Classic Reprint)

Explore how the West’s power mindset shapes history and civilization, and what it means for today.This book argues that Western civilization has been built through force. It links military strength, political systems, and cultural ideas to a persistent habit of using force as a driver of progress. It also shows how the emotion of the ideal has often been misapplied, limiting society’s ability to use imagination for collective good.This edition frames a sweeping critique of how power, religion, and thought interact across history. It presents a lens for understanding modern politics, industry, and social change through the long arc of Western development. See how force has shaped institutions, culture, and conflicts across centuries. Explore the tension between Christianity’s message of peace and the history of war carried in its name. Consider how the idea of the ideal has been used or misused in society and policy. Learn how Darwinian ideas influenced views of power, race, and social life.Ideal for readers of history, political philosophy, and social theory who want a critical view of how power moves through civilization. Read more