How History Begins Again
John Gray on why he believes Francis Fukuyama's prophecy - that American-style liberalism would be the ultimate destination for all of humanity - has been turned on its head.
The celebrated American theorist, Francis Fukuyama, in his book 'The End of History and the Last Man' argued that US-style liberalism was the ultimate destination for all mankind, 'the final form of human government'.
John Gray explains why he believes his prophecy has been turned on its head.
'As in the past, many human beings will live under tyrannies, theocracies, and empires of various kinds,' John writes. 'Failed states and zones of anarchy will be common. Democratic nations are likely to be rare, and often short-lived.'
Producer: Adele Armstrong
Sound: Peter Bosher
Production coordinator: Liam Morrey
Editor: Penny Murphy
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