The 6 killer apps of prosperity

Over the past few centuries, Western cultures have been very good at creating general prosperity for themselves. Historian Niall Ferguson asks: Why the West, and less so the rest? He suggests half a dozen big ideas from Western culture - call them the 6 killer apps - that promote wealth, stability and innovation. And in this new century, he says, these apps are all shareable.

Come and watch the History Club’s favorite TED TALKS

Thursday 12th November: First Lunch and Second Lunch in Room S319.

Mr Andrew O’ Reilly, History Leader

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