Three History & Current-Affairs Books To Get Stuck Into

Nothing gets people talking like a political exposé, and with the possibility of a new geopolitical world order dominating headlines over the last few years, the world of politics has certainly been nothing but interesting. No matter where your allegiances and interests lie, if you’re looking to discover more, our picks of the best books on the market right now are both educational and entertaining – and some will even make you laugh.
Discover the Power of Digital Wealth Management, Seamlessly - with Altoo. Platform Preview.

Why Nations Fail
The origins of Power, Prosperity, and Poverty.

By Daron Acemoğlu und James A. Robinson

What are the causes of the political and economic success or failure of states?
This question is explored in the work: Why Nations Fail: The origins of power, wealth and poverty. It looks not only at traditional aspects such as a country’s geography, climate and culture, but also at social, political/institutional and economic aspects.

The Anarchy
The East India Company, Corporate Violence and the Plunder of an Empire.

By William Dalrymple

The book deals with the actions of the East India Company in India, which in 1765 overthrew the Mughal emperor and replaced him with English merchants. Over the years, a private army formed around them to help collect taxes. This enabled them to pursue a policy that soon extended to almost the whole of India.

The Reordering of the World

The Rise of the Emerging Markets and the Arrogance of the West.
By Christian Hiller von Gaertringen

Economic journalist Christian Hiller von Gaertringen’s work focuses on the distribution of power, particularly economic power, among the countries of the world.
He argues that a multipolar world order is emerging, in which neither the US nor China will be the sole power. 

The book is written in German.

Elevate Your Wealth Game: Empowering UHNWIs for Simplified Asset Management. Altoo Platform Preview

We think you might like

In the face of increasingly frequent crises, there are growing calls around the world for a reorientation of philanthropy. What are the implications for foundations and other philanthropic organisations, and what trends and challenges are they facing?
Especially in 2021 and 2022, we heard a lot about the so-called microchips. They are needed in industry, in the automotive sector or in technology. But what are they actually needed for, and are they essential for the functioning of electrical devices and machines? Here are the answers to these questions and more information about microchips.
Estate planning is an ongoing process that requires regular review and adjustment to reflect changes in personal circumstances, tax laws and financial goals. In this article, we delve into the realm of estate planning for high-net-worth individuals with minor children, exploring key strategies to preserve wealth, minimise tax burdens and ensure the future of their offspring.

In case you missed it

Should I look for original packaging? The more original items you can get, the better. This includes the original box and the watch’s papers.However, these items are not essential to authenticate the watch if you are buying it from a certified dealer. But they are certainly nice to have. For some watches original packaging is […]

Insights On Wealth Management And More. 

Delivered To Your Inbox, Weekly. 

Subscribe

Altoo: Secure Swiss Professional for Consolidated Assets and Document Management. Platform Preview.

Insights On Wealth Management And More.

Delivered To Your Inbox.
Left Menu Icon