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Mentioned in 8 episodes

2034

A Novel of the Next World War
Book • 2021
2034: A Novel of the Next World War is a cautionary tale that explores the dangerous realities of geopolitical rivalry between the United States and China.

The novel depicts a future where a miscalculation leads to a catastrophic war, highlighting themes of human folly and miscalculation.

It received positive reviews for its realistic portrayal and engaging characters.

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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Recommended by Ryan Holiday to a Marine interested in writing.
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Do You Have This Ability? | Ask DS
Mentioned in reference to the increasing focus on wargaming with China, but considered shallow analysis.
S2E6: Contemplating US Defeat in A Modern Conflict with China
Mentioned by Matt Turpin in comparison to White Star War, deemed less insightful.
Xi-Biden at APEC + What It Takes To Compete
Recommended by Michael O'Hanlon as a good novel about future warfare.
War in Taiwan: Who Would Win?
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday in relation to a book they co-authored, discussing the Thucydides Trap.
Elliot Ackerman on Storytelling and the Cyclical Nature of History
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as a novel about the future of warfare, co-authored with Admiral Stavridis.
Elliot Ackerman on Writing, Military Service, and Polarization | People Do Well When They Can
Mentioned by Niall Ferguson as a source for insights into potential US-China conflict.
Niall Ferguson on the Politics of Catastrophe
Mentioned by Ryan Holiday as Admiral Stavridis's new novel, co-written with Elliot Ackerman.
Admiral James Stavridis on James Stockdale and the Voyage of Character
Mentioned by Greg Becker as a book about a future war between the US and China.
Greg Becker on the Innovation Business (Podcast)
Mentioned as the book written by James Stavridis and Elliot Ackerman, imagining a Navy clash between the U.S. and China.
Robert J. O'Neill + Admiral James Stavridis (Carolla Classics)
Mentioned as the first book in a trilogy, depicting a peer-level conflict between the United States and China.
The Doorstep: 2054, with Elliot Ackerman and Admiral James Stavridis

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