The Retreat of Western Liberalism

In The Retreat of Western Liberalism, Edward Luce examines the decline of Western hegemony and the crisis facing democratic liberalism, emphasizing that recent political developments are symptoms of deeper systemic issues rather than isolated causes. Combining on-the-ground reporting with scholarly analysis, the book explores how attitudes rooted in complacency, arrogance, and misunderstanding have contributed to this trajectory, while also considering the rising influence of China and India and the shifting global landscape. Luce provides a nuanced projection of future challenges and underscores the importance of defending enlightened values amid evolving geopolitical realities.