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Concise summary of various philosophies and philosophers. Serves as a handy reference book for novices.

A very thought provoking history book about why certain human societies have come to dominate the world and others have been dominated. Diamond deftly draws on many diverse fields of science. This book is a must read, even if you are not a history buff!