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Thinking Historically: A Guide to Statecraft and Strategy

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A compelling and insightful argument for historical study as a way to understand and navigate the complex, often confusing world of decision-making

Winner, 2026 Lionel Gelber Prize

“Gavin’s writing is nuanced and compelling. It’s also fun. . . . Churchill would have loved Gavin’s book and would have encouraged aspiring statespeople to study it carefully.”—John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune

It seems obvious that we should use history to improve policy. If we have a good understanding of the past, it...