The Rift

About the Book

THE RIFT analyses the reasons for the continuous drifting-apart of Anglo-Saxon and European governmental policies, in spite of the common threat of international terrorism. The author points out that the disagreements between American and European diplomats are only the tip of the iceberg and that, below, insurmountable differences emerge on the level of geopolitical perceptions, in the area of technological achievements and in respect of military and economic power. Even a partial elimination of the present imbalance between the two entities would necessitate courageous strategic choices and the adoption of highly unpopular poilicies in Europe.

About the Author

An American citizen since 1984, German-born Heimo von Hardung has acquired a doctor's degree in nuclear physics; speaking three languages he has worked in defence-related industries all his life. Having served for more than a decade as Chief Executive of a major international engineering conglomerate he founded his own consulting group in 1977 and has been an advisor to the boards of major industrial concerns ever since.

In parallel Mr. von Hardung has also assumed several semi-political positions and has occasionally been called upon by American and European government agencies. He has written several books on technological matters and is intermittently teaching at American and European universities. He alternates residences in California and France.