Explore the intricate evolution of power and governance across the Americas. Ilhan Niaz’s compelling study re-evaluates indigenous societies, European colonial empires, and their successor nations. It offers a unique perspective by comparing the colonial foundations of American states to Asian and African contexts, highlighting post-independence complexities. Crucially, this work provides a South Asian lens, situating the Americas’ political history within broader global patterns of rule. An indispensable resource for students, academics, and professionals in American studies, political science, and comparative history.