In his book and documentary series Civilization: The West and the Rest , historian Niall Ferguson identifies six "killer applications" that enabled Western civilization to achieve global dominance starting in the 1500s. The Six "Killer Apps" of Western Civilization
The book is available through major retailers like Amazon , Barnes & Noble , and Rizzoli Bookstore . Civilization: The West and the Rest: Ferguson, Niall Civilization The West & the Rest
Ferguson argues that the West's era of predominance may be ending: In his book and documentary series Civilization: The
: A combination of institutional frameworks and cultural values (often linked to the Protestant work ethic) provided the human capital necessary for sustained development. Current Status and Potential Decline Current Status and Potential Decline : Breakthroughs in
: Breakthroughs in healthcare more than doubled life expectancy, allowing Western empires to expand into previously inhospitable regions.
