Diamond, Jared (author)

Jared Diamond is an American scientist and author renowned for his interdisciplinary work in geography, ecology, and anthropology. He is best known for books like *Guns, Germs, and Steel*, which explore the factors behind the differing development of human societies across history. Diamond examines how geography, environment, and available resources have shaped civilizations, influencing technological progress, societal structures, and power distribution. His insights help explain why some societies became dominant while others remained less advanced, emphasizing the role of environmental and biological factors rather than racial or cultural differences.