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Tragedy and hope
A History of the World in Our Time
Book • 1966
In 'Tragedy and Hope: A History of the World in Our Time', Carroll Quigley provides a detailed world history spanning from the industrial revolution and imperialism through two world wars and a global economic depression.
The book examines the transition from a world dominated by Europe in the 19th century to the three-bloc system of the 20th century.
Quigley, as an interpretative historian, analyzes the complex historical context of these events, highlighting the influence of science and technology on human life and the intricate financial and commercial patterns of the West.
The book also discusses the role of an Anglo-American banking elite in shaping global events and the impact of various secret societies and organizations on world history.
The book examines the transition from a world dominated by Europe in the 19th century to the three-bloc system of the 20th century.
Quigley, as an interpretative historian, analyzes the complex historical context of these events, highlighting the influence of science and technology on human life and the intricate financial and commercial patterns of the West.
The book also discusses the role of an Anglo-American banking elite in shaping global events and the impact of various secret societies and organizations on world history.
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Recommended by Rudyard Lynch as one of the best history books ever read, offering insights into the cultural shifts of the 1950s.
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Explaining the 1950s
Mentioned by Rudyard Lynch as a historian who predicted the rise of hippie culture in his book "Tragedy and Hope".
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Mentioned by Rudyard Lynch as the historian who titled his history of the 20th century 'Tragedy and Hope'.
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Sean McCann , he documents the Anglo-American establishment's activities and views them positively.
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