How to Control the World: A Novella

New letters are released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. What if you could see the hidden forces shaping our world? In How to Control the World, a master manipulator pens a series of letters to his protégé, exposing the tools of control that allow the few to dominate the many. At the heart of this unsettling guide are the four forces—fear, isolation, victimization, and ignorance—that leave populations vulnerable and serve as the primary instruments of those who seek to amass power and wealth. The letters dissect how these forces are cultivated, exploited, and maintained to ensure societal control. How to Control the World is both a blueprint for understanding systemic harm and a cautionary tale about the cost of wielding power. It challenges readers to question the systems they inhabit and to consider: Will you fall prey to the forces, harness them, or work to eradicate them? About the Author Hannah Claire Smith is a writer, educator, and human rights advocate known for her incisive exploration of systemic violence and oppression. Drawing from her extensive experiences in conflict and post-conflict areas—including the D.R. Congo, Lebanon, Colombia, Northern Ireland, and beyond—Hannah’s work sheds light on the root causes of harm and highlights the essential tools needed to address them, fostering collective efforts toward justice and liberation.