“Two types of choices seem to me to have been crucial in tipping the outcomes [of the various societies' histories] towards success or failure: long-term planning and willingness to reconsider core values. On reflection we can also recognize the crucial role of these same two choices for the outcomes of our individual lives.”
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Jared Diamond
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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