Guns, Germs And Steel: A Short History Of Everybody For The Last 13,000 Years

Guns, Germs And Steel: A Short History Of Everybody For The Last 13,000 Years

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This Book Answers The Most Obvious, The Most Important, Yet The Most Difficult Question About Human History: Why History Unfolded So Differently On Different Continents. Geography And Biography, Not Race, Moulded The Contrasting Fates Of Europeans, Asians, Native Americans, Subsaharan Africans, And Aboriginal Australians. An Ambitious Synthesis Of History, Biology, Ecology And Linguistics, Guns, Germs And Steel Is One Of The Most Important And Humane Works Of Popular Science.

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  • Q: What is the main topic of 'Guns, Germs and Steel'? A: The book explores the reasons behind the different developments of human societies across various continents over the last 13,000 years, focusing on how environmental factors influenced these disparities.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'Guns, Germs and Steel'? A: The author is Jared Diamond, a renowned scientist and author known for his work in evolutionary biology and human history.
  • Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the impact of geography on societal development, the role of agriculture, and the influence of disease and technology in shaping civilizations.
  • Q: Is 'Guns, Germs and Steel' suitable for casual readers? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible style that makes complex historical and scientific concepts understandable for general readers interested in popular science.
  • Q: How many pages does 'Guns, Germs and Steel' have? A: The book contains 480 pages.
  • Q: What type of binding does this edition of the book have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
  • Q: When was 'Guns, Germs and Steel' first published? A: The book was first published on January 1, 1998.
  • Q: What accolades has 'Guns, Germs and Steel' received? A: It won the 1998 Rhone-Poulenc Science Book Prize and has been praised by publications like NATURE for its significant contributions to understanding human history.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
  • Q: Is there a specific edition of 'Guns, Germs and Steel' being offered? A: Yes, this is the 'New Ed' edition of the book.

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