Collapse

Discover the thought-provoking insights in Jared Diamond's acclaimed book, 'Collapse.' This groundbreaking work delves into the reasons behind the rise and fall of civilizations, exploring how environmental factors, social structure, and cultural choices lead to societal collapse. With a comprehensive analysis of historical events, including the mysteries surrounding Easter Island and the once-great Maya civilization, 'Collapse' is not just a reflection on the past but a guiding beacon for our future. Diamond's riveting narrative, presented in a brand new 2011 revised edition, combines extensive research and compelling storytelling, making it an essential read for anyone interested in history, sociology, or environmental science. This 608-page paperback edition from Penguin UK offers readers an invaluable perspective on survival and sustainability. Equipped with critical lessons learned from our ancestors' mistakes, this book encourages readers to consider the fragility of modern society and our responsibility to ensure a resilient future. Enjoy FREE shipping on this insightful volume, perfect for enhancing your understanding of civilization's dynamics and the lessons we can apply today. Order now and explore the intricate web of factors that shape our existence.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241958681
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 608


Description:
From groundbreaking writer and thinker Jared Diamond comes the epic, visionary book, now in a revised edition with a new afterword, on the mysterious collapse of past civilizations - and what this means for our future. Why do some societies flourish, while others founder? What happened to the people who made the forlorn long-abandoned statues of Easter Island or to the architects of the crumbling Maya pyramids? Will we go the same way, our skyscrapers one day standing derelict and overgrown like the temples at Angkor Wat?

Bringing together new evidence from a startling range of sources and piecing together the myriad influences, from climate to culture, that make societies self-destruct, Collapse also shows how unlike our ancestors we can benefit from our knowledge of the past and learn to be survivors.

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