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“[W]hat makes patriotic and religious fanatics such dangerous opponents is not the deaths of the fanatics themselves, but their willingness to accept the deaths of a fraction of their number in order to annihilate or crush their infidel enemy.”

Quote by Jared Diamond

Book:Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies

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Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies

This comprehensive work delves into the complex interplay between environmental conditions and human societies, examining how geographical and ecological factors have influenced the rise and fall of various civilizations. The author presents a compelling argument about the role of technology, disease, and social structures in shaping the course of human history. more

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Jared Diamond is a renowned American scientist known for his work in ecology, biology, and geography. His book 'Guns, Germs, and Steel' explores the geographical and environmental factors that have shaped human societies, profoundly influencing global history and human civilization. more

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