How to Make a Nation, A Monocle Guide
What makes a country successful? Discover the key to a well-functioning nation.
What determines a country's identity and strength? Which countries excel in education, economy, and culture? The coffee table book How to Make a Nation: A Monocle Guide explores the essential characteristics of a well-functioning society and offers a global perspective on successful national models.
Following previous Monocle guides on better living, entrepreneurship, and housing, this photo book focuses on the question: how do you govern a country effectively and inspiringly? Not through power or nationalism, but through strong communities, good education, and a smart application of soft power. With thoughtful diplomacy, a rich cultural appeal, and well-functioning institutions, a country can strengthen its place in the world and offer its inhabitants a high quality of life.
This guide is both informative and inspiring, with practical examples and smart insights that show how to discover and apply the best ideas. How to Make a Nation is a must-read for policymakers, global citizens, and anyone interested in the future of societies.
About Monocle:
Founded in 2007 by Tyler Brûlé, Monocle is globally renowned as a leading magazine on international politics, economics, culture, and design. In addition to the magazine, Monocle has a 24-hour radio station, a film-rich website, global retail projects, and cafés in Tokyo and London. With a sharp eye for trends and societal developments, Monocle offers profound insights into how countries and cities can function optimally.
