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“Ahead of me lies the familiar litany: weakening of the heart, hardening of the arteries, increasing brittleness of bones, decreases in kidney filtration rates, lower resistance of the immune system, and loss of memory. The list could be extended almost indefinitely. Evolution seems indeed to have arranged things so that all our systems deteriorate, and that we invest in repair only as much as we are worth.”

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Book:The Rise And Fall Of The Third Chimpanzee
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The Rise And Fall Of The Third Chimpanzee

This book delves into the evolutionary history of humans, examining our development from early ancestors to the modern era, and the profound effects our actions have had on the environment and other species. more

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Jared Diamond
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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