The World Until Yesterday

Discover 'The World Until Yesterday,' a thought-provoking exploration by bestselling author Jared Diamond. This B-format paperback, published in 2014 by Penguin UK, takes you on a journey through traditional societies, revealing precious insights into how our ancestors lived. With 512 pages of rich content, Diamond contrasts Western dominance over the past 500 years with the practices of tribal communities, examining vital aspects like parenting, elder care, and overall well-being. This book is particularly relevant for those interested in anthropology, sociology, and the evolution of human societies. It emphasizes the invaluable lessons we can learn from ancient cultures regarding health, diet, conflict resolution, and communication. You’ll uncover how these traditional societies approach essential human problems, showcasing their wisdom that remains applicable today. With this insightful read, you’ll gain a fresh perspective on living a balanced and fulfilling life, integrating age-old wisdom with modern practices. Ideal for students, educators, and anyone keen on understanding humanity’s past, 'The World Until Yesterday' is not only an informative text but a call to reflect on our own lifestyles. Enjoy FREE shipping on this enlightening book. Note that combined shipping for other products isn't available. Expect delivery within 10 days.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141024486
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 512


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The no. 1 bestselling author of Collapse and Guns, Germs and Steel explores the profound lessons that traditional societies offer us today

Over the past 500 years, the West achieved global dominance, but do Westerners necessarily have better ideas about how to raise children, care for the elderly, or simply live well? In this epic journey into our past, Jared Diamond reveals that traditional societies around the world offer an extraordinary window into how our ancestors lived for the majority of human history - until virtually yesterday, in evolutionary terms. Drawing on decades of his own fieldwork, Diamond explores how tribal people approach essential human problems, from health and diet to conflict resolution and language, and discovers they have much to teach us.

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