55. Jared Diamond on the Downfall of Civilizations — and His Optimism for Ours
People I (Mostly) Admire
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The Tragic Fall of Greenland's Vikings
This chapter explores the story of the Norse settlement in Greenland and their eventual downfall due to a refusal to adapt to their environment. It compares the settlers' rigid choices, particularly regarding diet, to modern societal behaviors that may threaten sustainability.
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