Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed by Jared Diamond

*Collapse* by Jared Diamond examines how environmental, economic, political, and social factors influence the sustainability of societies across history. It explains that societies often fail or succeed based on their ability to adapt to challenges like resource depletion, climate change, and human conflict. Diamond analyzes examples such as Easter Island, the Vikings in Greenland, and modern societies, illustrating that success depends on decision-making, cultural values, and environmental management. The book emphasizes that understanding past collapses can help us avoid similar pitfalls today, highlighting the importance of sustainability and resilience in shaping the future of societies.