The Fruits of Victory A Sequel to The Great Illusion

In the wake of a startling pamphlet that turned the conventional wisdom about war on its head, this work picks up the debate where the original left off. It revisits the claim that victorious nations often gain little—or even lose—when the true costs of conflict are weighed against the fleeting spoils of conquest. By weaving together contemporary political commentary and economic analysis, the author invites listeners to reconsider the seductive myth that war is a profitable enterprise.

The sequel deepens the discussion, confronting the critics who dismissed the earlier ideas as naïve or dangerous. It presents a measured, evidence‑based argument that the pursuit of territorial expansion may be more illusion than advantage, especially in an increasingly interconnected world. As the narrative unfolds, listeners are drawn into a thoughtful exploration of how nations might achieve lasting security without resorting to the costly gamble of armed conflict.