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Is this book worth reading? I don't have much knowledge in the area so I'm not looking for a university textbook. I've read some of its criticisms but in terms of accessibility and writing style, is the book a worthwhile read?

>> No.4293749

Also why did they remove the serial comma from the title when it was released in the UK?

>> No.4293755

The writing style is very good - it's more a pop-sci book than a university text. Somewhere in the middle, however, the endless listing of marginally different examples gets boring. I'd still read it again though.

>> No.4293768

>>4293755
Thanks, that's exactly what I'm looking for.

>> No.4293861

This book is amazing. Diamond is, without a doubt, the most expert world builder that I have ever seen. Truly, he was so successful with his foray into fantasy that some lesser educated readers may take what he says to be fact.

>> No.4293872

It's funny how he claims multiple times he's not racist and in fact the biggest reason for writing the book is to battle against racism and then presents a 400 page argument for different peoples to live in the enviroment they evolved in.

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>>4293861
>>4293872
Those certainly are some bold statements without any supporting facts. Did you have anything of value to say before I disregard your comments entirely?