The Rise and Fall of America

What You’ll Discover

• The recurring patterns that preceded the fall of every dominant world power in recorded history
• How America’s debt, dollar, and institutions mirror the collapse indicators of past empires
• Why most people won’t see it coming — and how understanding history gives you the advantage
• The economic and geopolitical forces already in motion that will shape the next decade
• What the historical record tells us about what comes after a superpower declines

About the Author

James C. Tanner is an independent author and analyst whose work focuses on the intersection of history, economics, geopolitics, and the long-term patterns that shape civilizations.

Published under Calico GOLD Publishing, Tanner’s books are written for readers who believe that understanding the past is the most reliable guide to navigating the future. His analytical approach draws on centuries of historical data to examine where America stands today — and what history suggests comes next.