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Collapse

How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed: Revised Edition
Summary:

The book examines a range of past civilizations to understand why some societies collapsed due to environmental and other challenges while others found ways to survive. It explores the interplay between environmental factors, political decisions, and social strategies, drawing lessons on how contemporary societies might avoid similar downfalls.

Key points:

1. Environmental Harm: Diamond highlights the role of environmental damage, such as deforestation and overfishing, in societal collapse.

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