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Nassim Nicholas Taleb on the Nations, States, and Scale

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The Dynamics of Nation and State

This chapter explores the historical emergence and distinctions between nation and state, emphasizing the complexities of national identity and governance. It discusses the implications of scale in political structures, illustrating how smaller nations can foster more harmonious coexistence among diverse ethnicities. Through historical examples and contemporary analysis, the chapter examines the fragility of nation-states compared to more stable governance systems, such as empires and city-states.

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