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Guns, Germs, And Steel: The Fates Of Human Societies,New
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Fascinating.... Lays A Foundation For Understanding Human History.'Bill Gates In This 'Artful, Informative, And Delightful' (William H. Mcneill, New York Review Of Books) Book, Jared Diamond Convincingly Argues That Geographical And Environmental Factors Shaped The Modern World. Societies That Had Had A Head Start In Food Production Advanced Beyond The Huntergatherer Stage, And Then Developed Religion As Well As Nasty Germs And Potent Weapons Of War And Adventured On Sea And Land To Conquer And Decimate Preliterate Cultures. A Major Advance In Our Understanding Of Human Societies, Guns, Germs, And Steel Chronicles The Way That The Modern World Came To Be And Stunningly Dismantles Racially Based Theories Of Human History. Winner Of The Pulitzer Prize, The Phi Beta Kappa Award In Science, The Rhonepoulenc Prize, And The Commonwealth Club Of California'S Gold Medal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main themes of 'Guns, Germs, and Steel'? A: 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' explores themes such as the impact of geography on civilization, the development of agriculture, and the role of technology and disease in shaping human societies.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Guns, Germs, and Steel'? A: The author of 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' is Jared M. Diamond, a renowned scientist and author known for his interdisciplinary approach to understanding human history.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' was published on April 1, 1999.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 480 pages.
- Q: Is 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' available in different formats? A: This book is available in multiple formats, including paperback.
- Q: What awards has 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' won? A: 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' has won several prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, the Phi Beta Kappa Award in Science, and the Rhone-Poulenc Prize.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in history, sociology, anthropology, and the factors influencing the development of civilizations will find this book particularly insightful.
- Q: Does the book include references or citations? A: Yes, 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' includes references and citations that support its arguments and findings, making it a credible resource for further study.
- Q: What is the book's stance on racial theories of history? A: 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' critiques and dismantles racially based theories of human history, arguing instead for the significance of environmental and geographical factors.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book recommended for readers? A: The First Edition of 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' is recommended, as it is the initial release that includes all original content and insights from the author.