The System of the World

Summary

The System of the World is the final installment of Neal Stephenson's Baroque Cycle trilogy. Set in the early 18th century, the novel delves into political intrigues, scientific discoveries, and financial machinations. The main characters—Daniel Waterhouse, Isaac Newton, and Jack Shaftoe—find themselves embroiled in a struggle for power and control over emerging technologies and knowledge. The book explores themes of rationalism, enlightenment, and the formation of the modern world through the lens of historical events and fictional characters.