The Rise of the West

*The Rise of the West* is a book by historian William McNeill that explains how Western societies gained dominance over the world. It highlights factors like technological innovation, economic development, political stability, and cultural exchanges that contributed to Europe's rise from the Middle Ages onward. McNeill emphasizes that this growth was a gradual process driven by interconnected global interactions, rather than solely military conquest or natural resources. The book presents history as a dynamic, evolving story of cross-cultural contact and adaptation that ultimately positioned the West as a leading global force.