Niall Ferguson at the Sydney Opera House

From the rise and fall of the British and American Empires, to the killer apps that Western cultures have used to create prosperity, to a financial history of the world, Niall Ferguson writes and broadcasts about enormous topics, and brings them to life for contemporary audiences. A distinguished historian, prolific commentator on current politics and economics who readily engages with controversial issues. Join him for a wide ranging discussion of the most important economic and geo-political questions of our day, and the historical perspectives that should illuminate our answers. The Centre for Independent Studies partnered with the Sydney Opera House to host this special event as part of our 40th anniversary Lighthouse Lecture Series in May 2016. ____________________ The Centre for Independent Studies (CIS) promotes free choice and individual liberty, and defends cultural freedom and the open exchange of ideas. CIS encourages debate among leading academics, politicians, media and the public. We aim to make sure good policy ideas are heard and seriously considered so that Australia can continue to prosper into the future. Check out the CIS at - https://www.cis.org.au/ Subscribe to CIS mailing list- https://www.cis.org.au/subscribe/ Support us with a tax-deductible donation at - https://www.cis.org.au/support/ Join the CIS as a member at - https://www.cis.org.au/join-cis/ Follow CIS on Socials Twitter - https://twitter.com/CISOZ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CentreIndependentStudies/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-centre-for-independent-studies/?viewAsMember=true