In sum, by showing how and why local regional disputes quickly develop into global crises through the paired power of historical memory and time-space compression, Near Abroad reshapes our understanding of the current conflict raging in the center of the Eurasian landmass and international politics as a whole.
The book explores the challenges nation-states face in enacting effective transnational policies to combat climate change, despite the urgent need for action due to its catastrophic consequences. It delves into the political, economic, and social factors that hinder cooperation and policy implementation, examining the complexities of international relations and the struggle for unified responses to rising seas, violent storms, and desertification. Through this analysis, it highlights the critical need for collective action in addressing global warming.