Prisoners of Geography

Roy Campbell

In-person

2:00 - 3:30 pm

11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17

NO CLASS 11/26

In this his writings, Tim Marshall argues that a nation’s geography can determine its fate—nations with bountiful natural resources and protective physical features tend to thrive and prosper while other nations struggle by comparison. In this study group, we will look at how his studies can enlighten us about current events. We will augment his text with observations from the news and from other historians and journalists.

Reading Materials:  Participants are encouraged to have access to Tim Marshall’s Prisoners of Geography (2016) and Power of Geography (2021).

Facilitator: Roy Campbell is a scientist, not historian but he has an interest in how the world works, politics, and the future. He found the books fascinating and would like to share thoughts about Tim's writings with others.