The former editor-in-chief of the Economist returns to the territory of his bestselling The Sun Also Sets to lay out a fresh analysis of the growing rivalry between China, India, and Japan—what it will mean for America, the global economy, and the twenty-first-century world.
Closely intertwined by their fierce competition for influence, markets, resources, and strategic advantage, China, India, and Japan are shaping the world to come. Emmott explores the ways in which their sometimes bitter rivalry will play out over the next decade—in business, global politics, military competition, and the environment—and reveals the efforts of the United States to turn the situation to its advantage as these three powerful nations vie for dominance. This revised and updated edition of Rivals is an indispensable guide for anyone wishing to understand Asia’s swiftly changing political and economic scene.
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"A great book about Asia's two emerging super-powers and the regional veteran who is making its own case for a strong future. The book offers some valuable insights into some of the historical roadblocks that threaten economic and political stability in the region."
— David (5 out of 5 stars)
“[For] some much-needed nuance—look no further than Bill Emmott’s Rivals.”
— Wall Street Journal“A sober, nuanced assessment of the opportunities and dangers that Asia’s rise presents…Refreshing.”
— Washington Post Book World“Riveting…Sober and reasoned.”
— Business Today“Bill Wallace has a deep, clear voice and well-measured cadence.”
— AudioFile“Emmott displays an informative grip and strategic fluency.”
— Booklist" A good overview of the trends shaping these countries and what it means for the 21st century, nice to have all this information in one place, but no new or really groundbreaking insights. "
— doug, 7/30/2013" Good reference on how asian economies and countries are shaping "
— Sanjay, 12/29/2012" Emmott, a former editor of the London Economist, predicted the waning of Japan's economic miracle (The Sun also sets)when most viewed Japan's superpower status as assured. In 'Rivals' he tackles the the rise of Asia and the rivalry between the big three: China, Japan and (also ran) India. "
— Chamath, 6/18/2012" Like a book length Economist article, which I say as a great compliment. "
— Jason, 4/3/2012" Awkwardly written at time, but nice economic, historical, and political overview with an eye to future potential developments. "
— Stuart, 3/15/2011" The information in the book was excellent the author had some good thoughts. However it was too dry and boring and I had a hard time staying interested in it. "
— Mark, 2/28/2011" Awkwardly written at time, but nice economic, historical, and political overview with an eye to future potential developments. "
— Stuart, 1/21/2011" A good overview of the trends shaping these countries and what it means for the 21st century, nice to have all this information in one place, but no new or really groundbreaking insights. "
— doug, 7/9/2010" Good reference on how asian economies and countries are shaping "
— Sanjay, 6/24/2010" Emmott, a former editor of the London Economist, predicted the waning of Japan's economic miracle (The Sun also sets)when most viewed Japan's superpower status as assured. In 'Rivals' he tackles the the rise of Asia and the rivalry between the big three: China, Japan and (also ran) India. "
— Chamath, 7/28/2008Bill Emmott is a writer, speaker, and consultant on global affairs, with an expertise in Asia. Until 2006 he was editor-in-chief of the Economist, where his thirteen-year tenure was marked by many awards. He is the author of six previous books and writes regularly for several international publications. He lives in London and Somerset.