The Power of Crisis; How Three Threats – and Our Response – Will Change the World

New York Times Bestseller

Renowned political scientist Ian Bremmer examines the defining global challenges of the next decade—pandemics, climate change, and artificial intelligence—drawing lessons from history to show how we can prepare for and navigate these crises.

In this urgent and thought-provoking book, Bremmer explores how political divisions, international tensions, and short-term thinking have left us unprepared for the seismic shifts ahead. As the world grapples with growing instability—from deadlier future pandemics to climate-driven displacement and the rapid rise of AI—the stakes have never been higher. Yet, while these crises threaten to upend societies, they also present opportunities to reshape our world for the better.

Bremmer highlights leaders, businesses, and individuals already working on innovative solutions, emphasizing that collaboration, bold action, and strategic thinking will determine whether we can mitigate the fallout and build a more stable, prosperous future. Drawing inspiration from historical successes like the Marshall Plan and modern initiatives like the Green New Deal, The Power of Crisis offers a blueprint for not only surviving but thriving in the 21st century.