THE POST-AMERICAN WORLD

Hey, America, we're not listening to you! That's what the rest of the world is on the verge of telling us, according to Fareed Zakaria's thought-provoking and well-researched study of economic evolution. On the one hand, Zakaria explains that the world is actually a much more peaceful, prosperous place than we are led to believe. On the other hand, while the U.S. may not be slipping, the rest of the world--notably China and India--are quickly gaining on us (and leaving a sizable carbon footprint). NEWSWEEK editor Zakaria delivers a smooth, convincing narration. The hint of a Mumbai accent in his speech adds a slight irony to his analysis. R.W.S. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2008]