The Forces that Shape the World

The ultimate atlas to decipher 21st-century geopolitics—smart, striking, and designed to make global power understandable

How does the world work? Why do certain crises or interests change everything?

The Forces That Shape the World offers an extraordinary visual analysis of the most recent geopolitical, economic, and technological trends. Visually structured and innovative, the book uses a unique format based on maps, infographics, and key data to simplify the understanding of complex global issues. It traces the major transformations of our time—from the fall of the Berlin Wall to the rise of China, from the 2008 financial crisis to Trump’s trade war, from the surge of populism to the climate challenge—while also examining key international conflicts and the digital revolutions reshaping our lives.

Backed by a team of analysts specialized in geopolitics and global economics, and designed to be both a compelling read and a practical reference tool, The Forces That Shape the World is a rigorous, accessible, and revealing guide for anyone seeking to understand today’s world clearly and deeply.

A visually essential guide to understanding today’s world—created by the leading geopolitical media outlet in the Spanishspeaking world.