PART ONE: GLOBAL TENSIONS.

The Global Population, Its Growth - the Power of Compound Interest.

The Ageing Population - Negative Implications for Rich Nations.

The Environmental Consequences of Mankind's "Footprint" On Earth.

Increasing Demand for Energy, Food and Water.

The Growing Divide Between Rich and Poor.

PART TWO: THE GLOBAL ECONOMY IS UNDER THREAT.

The General Outlook.

Economic Theories.

The Pension Burden.

Warren Buffett, The Sage of Omaha Is Bearish!.

Financial Intsruments of Mass Distruction.

United States Economic Situation.

China The Global Player.

Japan - A Long Deflation and Decline.

Euroclerosis - The Trouble with the Old World.

PART THREE: GEOPOLITICS.

United States Foreign Policy.

Superpower Contenders.

Terrorism.

Rogue States and Weapons of Mass Destruction.

PART FOUR: LESSONS FROM HISTORY.

Past Wars and Conflicts.

Moving On From War - Other Lessons From The Past.

Examples of Failed Nations and Empires - more lessons from a dismal history.

PART FIVE: FINANCIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE.

Preserving Your Wealth in the Coming Economic Turmoil.

Money - A Breif History.

The Essentials.

Diversification is Key to Financial Longevity.

Outstanding Liabilities.

More Sophisticated/Adventurous Investors.

Business Owners.

Don't be a Victim.

Other Useful Information.

PART SIX: TIMEFRAME AND SUMMARY.

The Uncertain Future.

Summary.

Appendix A: Budgeting Template.

Appendix B: Being Prepared for a Worst Case Scenario.

References.

Notes.

Index.