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The author of The Professor and the Madman and The Perfectionists explores the notion of property—our proprietary relationship with the land—through human history, how it has shaped us and what it will mean for our future.

Land—whether meadow or mountainside, desert or peat bog, parkland or pasture, suburb or city—is central to our existence. It quite literally underlies and underpins everything. Employing the keen intellect, insatiable curiosity, and narrative verve that are the foundations of his previous bestselling works, Simon Winchester examines what we human beings are doing—and have done—with the billions of acres that together make up the solid surface of our planet.

Land: How the Hunger for Ownership Shaped the Modern World examines in depth how we acquire land, how we steward it, how and why we fight over it, and finally, how we can, and on occasion do, come to share it. Ultimately, Winchester confronts the essential question: who actually owns the world’s land—and why does it matter? 

Land: How the Hunger for Ownership Shaped the Modern World by Simon Winchester is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between humans and land. Winchester delves into the history of land ownership, from its earliest origins to the present day, and he examines the impact that this relationship has had on societies around the world.

Winchester begins by discussing the concept of land ownership in early human societies. He argues that the desire for land is a fundamental human instinct, and that this desire has been a major driving force behind human history. He then traces the development of land ownership laws and institutions, from the ancient world to the present day. He shows how these laws and institutions have been shaped by the social, political, and economic forces of their time.

Winchester also examines the impact that land ownership has had on societies around the world. He argues that land ownership can be a source of both wealth and power, and that it can also be a source of conflict and inequality. He shows how the unequal distribution of land has led to social unrest and political instability in many parts of the world.

Land: How the Hunger for Ownership Shaped the Modern World is a thought-provoking and informative book that sheds new light on the relationship between humans and land. Winchester's engaging writing style and his thorough research make this book a must-read for anyone who is interested in history, politics, or economics.

Here are some additional details about the book:

• Author: Simon Winchester
• Genre: Non-fiction, history
• Publication Date: 2018
• ISBN: 978-0062441731
• Number of Pages: 464

Land: How the Hunger for Ownership Shaped the Modern World is available for purchase online and in bookstores.