by Tim Marshall
First published 2016
Flags fly across the globe, from UN halls to Texas porches. They represent the aspirations of nations and the rage of extremists. As symbols of power and identity, these banners inspire both unity and bloodshed. In this timely exploration, geopolitical analyst Tim Marshall unravels the complex history and divisive politics behind the world's most charged emblems. From the renewed nationalism in China to the rise of ISIS, he reveals how these simple cloth standards continue to inspire people to fight—and die—for their cause.
Genres: history, international-relations, political-science, politics, non-fiction, current-affairs
Vibes: informative, insightful, thought-provoking
Tropes: informative-nonfiction, political-analysis
297 pages · Paperback · Elliott & Thompson