Reviews of 'Tim Marshall's' book "Prisoners of Geography"

In the book “Prisoners of Geography”, author Tim Marshall explores the limitations imposed by geography and how these factors have shaped global power dynamics.  

Tim illustrates the paradox of the "geographical suitcase" where countries are affected by deserts, mountains, rivers, and seas surrounding their territories. He provides a simple yet profound understanding of how nations, based on their geographical location, often have no choice but to adapt their strategies, fight wars, or navigate global politics in ways that align with their physical surroundings.  

For instance, Marshall cites the example of Russia. If Putin would be praying to God, it would be, "Why didn't you put some mountains in Ukraine?" In corollary, he points out that India owes much of its security to the natural protection offered by the Himalayas. 

The book offers a decent and summarized overview of geopolitics, reflecting Marshall's perspective as a journalist rather than an academician, who experience geopolitical events in Kosovo war and more. While it provides a basic understanding of global political landscapes and its impacts, it may not be suitable for readers seeking a deeper, more scholarly analysis. Nonetheless, chapters on Russia, the United States, and China are particularly insightful and worthwhile for anyone interested in International Politics. 

I would suggest this book to any person who is interested in understanding geopolitics, area studies and International Relations. In addition, the book takes approximately 18-24 hours to complete at a heightened pace.