An Epochal Work

The former Harvard professor, U.S. Secretary of State, and Nobel Peace Prize laureate addresses the central challenge of the 21st century: How can an internationally recognized order be established in a world with diverse historical backgrounds, where violent conflicts and ideological extremism dominate?

Humanity stands at a historic turning point. While during the Cold War its fate was determined by two opposing systems, today numerous rival powers compete with each other, increasingly putting our long-standing values to the test. A consensus on concepts such as democracy, human rights, and globally recognized law seems more unattainable than ever. Henry Kissinger therefore dedicates himself to the question of what a new world order might look like—one that can endure for future generations and ensure peace and freedom for the majority of humanity.