So You Want to Own Greenland?

An indispensable guide to Greenlandwhy it matters, who covets it and how it could become the next global flashpoint.Greenland is no ordinary island. Ever since its discovery it has been a frontier for human exploration, empire and geostrategic competition. This book delves into that rich history and complex politics, revealing how a wilderness of just 56,000 inhabitants has shapedand been shaped bythe world.Elizabeth Buchanans short history begins with the Vikings, and their mysterious disappearance from Greenland in the 1400s. She explores the islands evolution from a Danish possession into an autonomous territory; its role in the World Wars, and its strategic importance during the Cold War. Finally, she dissects Greenlands position today at the centre of a new great game, balancing transatlantic ties, rising Chinese influence and mounting domestic pressures for independencenot to mention President Trumps agenda to acquire the landmass.Buchanan poses four provocative yet compelling scenarios for Greenlands futurefrom full independence to an icy standoff with Denmark. Her analysis is an essential read for anyone curious about this frozen frontier and its place on the world stage.