After America: The End of the Old Order and the Rise of the Middle Powers
Rise: After America is Robin Niblett’s analysis of how middle powers might shape a more inclusive international order as US influence changes. It focuses on economic and national security, regional cooperation and coalitions between countries such as Britain, India, Japan and Brazil.
At a glance
- Robin Niblett considers how countries outside the largest powers could influence a changing world order.
- The proposed approach centres on strengthening national security, regional cooperation and coalitions among middle powers and smaller states.
- The book discusses countries including Australia, Brazil, Britain, France, India, Japan and Ukraine.
Reference price: £14.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- A clearly defined geopolitical focus connects shifts in US influence with possible roles for middle powers.
- The discussion combines national policy choices with regional and cross-border cooperation.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Atlantic Books |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 24 Sept. 2026 |
| Edition | Main |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 304 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1805466836 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1805466833 |
| Weight listed | 230 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.7 x 2.7 x 21.5 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in international relations, geopolitics and the future of the global order.
- Those looking for analysis of how countries such as Britain, India and Japan might cooperate beyond the largest powers.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a neutral reference book without a forward-looking argument about how middle powers could shape a new order.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
24% 24% - 4 stars
48% 48% - 3 stars
28% 28% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
0% 0%
The supplied rating information is mixed, with ratings spanning three to five stars and no one-star or two-star ratings reported. With only a small number of ratings and no written feedback supplied, this offers limited evidence about readers’ experiences and does not establish how they responded to the book’s argument.
Frequently asked questions
What is After America about?
Robin Niblett examines how middle powers could respond to changing US influence and help build a more inclusive international order.
Which countries does the book discuss?
The listing names Australia, Brazil, Britain, France, India, Japan and Ukraine as examples of middle powers.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 304 pages.
Alternative options
War is Interested in You: The Breakdown of International Order and the Threat of World War Three
£19.65
End Times Fascism: And the Fight for the Living World
£19.65
Get In: The Sunday Times Bestselling Inside Story of Labour Under Starmer
£11.35
Persevilience: The INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES bestseller
£11.42
Operation Wrath of God: The Secret History of European Intelligence and Mossad's Assassination Campaign
£13.45
The Republic (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)
£11.75
2030 When America Turns Communist
£18.94
The English and their History: Updated with two new chapters
£16.43
The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy
£19.98
Our Islands' Story: A Better Story About Britain: ‘Teaches children it’s OK to be proud of British history’ The Telegraph
£15.72
The Cauldron: The Making of the Modern Middle East - The No.1 Sunday Times Bestseller
£20.00
Agrippa: The thrilling new novel set in Ancient Rome from the bestselling author of Conclave
£11.00
