Remaking the World

How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West

By: Andrew Wilson

Narrated by: Andrew Wilson

How 7 Transformational Events in 1776 Paved the Way for Today's Post-Christian West

With dizzying social transformations in everything from gender to social justice, it may seem like there's never been a more tumultuous period in history. But a single year in the late 18th century saw a number of influential transformations—or even revolutions—that changed the social trajectory of the Western world. By understanding how those events influenced today's cultural landscape, Christians can more effectively bear witness to God's truth in a post-Christian age.

In Remaking the World, Andrew Wilson highlights 7 major developments from the year 1776—globalization, the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, the Great Enrichment, the American Revolution, the rise of post-Christianity, and the dawn of Romanticism—and explains their relevance to social changes happening today. Carefully examining key documents and historical figures, Wilson demonstrates how a monumental number of political, philosophical, economic, and industrial changes in the year of America's founding shaped the modern West into a "WEIRDER" society: Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic, Ex-Christian, and Romantic. This thoroughly researched yet accessible audiobook offers a unique historical perspective on modern views of family, government, religion, and morality—giving Christians the historical lens they need to understand today's post-Christian trends and respond accordingly.

• Relevant Cultural and Historical Analysis: Skillfully connects key ideas and events from the past to the present
• Comprehensive: Examines important developments from 1776, including the American Revolution, Thomas Paine's Common Sense, Edward Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire; James Watt's steam engine; Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations; and Immanuel Kant's Critique of Pure Reason
• Informative: Covers key historical figures, including John Adams, Edmund Burke, and David Hume
• Biblical: Equips and encourages readers to share the gospel in a post-Christian world
• A Great Resource for Pastors, Scholars, and Readers of Carl Trueman's The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Andrew Wilson (P)2023 Crossway

Do read this book!

Andrew Wilson tells the story of how we got here in the most compelling way. Brilliantly insightful, beautifully told, gloriously hopeful.

A Compelling Call for Change and Hope

"Remaking the World" by Andrew Wilson is a thought-provoking and insightful book that delves into the challenges and possibilities of reshaping our world for the better. Wilson's writing style is engaging and accessible, making complex concepts and ideas easily understandable for readers of all backgrounds. With a comprehensive analysis of global issues, Wilson provides a compelling argument for the urgent need to take action. What sets this book apart is its optimistic tone, offering practical solutions and highlighting inspiring examples of individuals and communities already making a difference. "Remaking the World" is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the issues that shape our world and a hopeful vision for a better future.

LOVED THIS BOOK

Riveting read that showed how pivotal 1776 was in shaping our current cultural Milieux. Would highly recommend!

A fascinating look at History and Christianity

Interesting story telling about thinkers and politicians and Christians shaping the world we know today

Readable and insightful

We feel like 2024 had the biggest issues ever, but it is really helpful to place our current times in their place in history. By exploring the revolutionary world of the 1770s, we are far less blind the forces around us, and far more able to engage with wisdom instead of fear. Highly recommend.

Incredible Account of Recent History in the West

Well-read by the author, full of good humor and thought provoking insights, this book was not only a stimulating listen, but so enjoyable and profound that I’m going to have to go in for a second round. Highly Recommended!

Awesome read.

Great explication of our modern weird age. Full of loads of fascinating observations, facts, cogent analysis. Much needed clarity to connect todays world with the old, intellectually honest and rigorous.

Deeply resonate and thought provoking

Brilliant book. Worth your time. Great insights from Wilson as usual. Take up and read.

EXTRAORDINARY

This book is ASTONISHING.
Thank you, Lord, for Andrew Wilson. One of the most intellectually satisfying books I have ever read.
Wow. Wow. Wow.

This is a book to read, digest, and grow on!

I listened in amazement at the tapestry being revealed in this book. The threads which have created the cosmos in which we live are connected to so many fascinating people, events, and ideas which all somehow cross 1776. The conclusions are as interesting and thought-provoking as the rest of book. Having listened, I realize that I must get the printed book to go back and digest the information in order to adequately benefit from this marvelous tome. I'm looking forward to it.