The New American Middle Ages

Today, the United States is becoming more like the Middle Ages than ever, as the gap between the rich and poor grows, and the pandemic, economic crisis, and protests reflect this great divide. The superwealthy have become like a new royalty and nobility, while a class of impoverished, landless, and homeless individuals and families continues to expand. The poor are like the peasants of medieval Europe -- a development fueling the seeds of revolution today, much like the medieval peasant revolts.

Through meticulous research, author Gini Graham Scott paints a stark portrait of this growing division in society, drawing parallels to the Middle Ages and showing how our present course is ripe for social and political upheaval. But then there is hope, since the Middle Ages were followed by a Renaissance, a time of rapid change and creative development. The chapters cover these topics:

Inequality from Middle Ages to Modern TimesWho Has the Money?Creating and Expanding the KingdomsBattling for ControlThe World of WorkThe Power and Influence of the Military and FamilyThe Lifestyles of the Superrich and Others: Then and NowThe Growing Inequality Between Rich and PoorWar, Revolution, Famine, and the PlagueThe Growing Crisis and What to Do NextWhat an American Renaissance Might Look Like