Where did it all go wrong?

In the book "How the West Lost the Peace: The Great Transformation Since the Cold War" by Philipp Ther, the author examines the post-Cold War West and explores the reasons for its perceived decline. Ther attributes much of the blame to neoliberalism and right-wing populism. He provides a personalized perspective, drawing from his experiences living and working in various countries. The book covers topics such as the economic and political transformations in the United States, Germany's challenges following reunification, Italy's economic crisis and the rise of populism, and the impact of COVID-19 on Europe. While the book offers interesting insights, some readers may find certain anecdotes distracting or irrelevant. [Extracted from the article]