12778 - The Rise and Fall of the Great Powers - Economic Change and Military Conflict from 1500-2000 - Paul Kennedy Beginning in the 16th century with the rise of the Habsburg Empire and ending with a brilliant analysis of the implications of today's economic and technological trends for the balance of power in the 21st century, and shows how the interaction of military and economic forces governs the progress of nations. 677pp. Price: £12.00 / $20.40