They are correct that the monarchy is an absurd medieval relic. But what they do not understand is that it is an absurd medieval relic which works.

Today, only around 40 monarchies remain. Of these, just about 10 to 12, mostly in the Middle East and North Africa, still have ruling power. The rest are ceremonial, their crowns polished by tradition ...

Kingdoms are a fascinating thing to study. For most of human history, people gathered around kingdoms to provide protection and a sense of stability. However, the Industrial Revolution and other ...