In 'Political Order and Political Decay', Francis Fukuyama continues his ambitious inquiry into the evolution of political institutions, building on 'The Origins of Political Order'. This volume examines the development of modern political systems from the French and American Revolutions to the present day, investigating how and why states succeed or fail over time. Fukuyama analyzes state-building, the rule of law, and democratic accountability across regions like the United States, Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia, illustrating how strong institutions foster stability and how corruption leads to dysfunction. It offers a sweeping account of the modern state's formation and the enduring challenges democracies face in maintaining order and legitimacy.

Why You Should Read?

• Understand the long-term development of political institutions across diverse cultures and histories.
• Gain a comprehensive framework for analyzing state failure and political corruption.
• Examine current global issues through a historical and institutional lens.
• Essential for students and scholars of politics, governance, and global affairs.