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A review by martysdalton
The Third Chimpanzee by Jared Diamond
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
5.0
An incredible book, from one of America's greatest nonfiction writers. The explanation of evidence, the simplification of countless scientific areas of study and the modern perspective applied to all of what we know (knew in 1999) about homo sapiens history. Outstanding in every way.
Especially noteworthy are the sections on genetic similarities between people and chimps, the commentary on Darwin's sexual selection theory for race, and, painfully as we watch the news from Palestine, the history (both man and animal) of genocide. Hearing his thoughts from the past on such a painful topic, it's heartbreaking how prophetic Jared Diamond ending up being, even as it's a testament to his incredible intellect and effort to help us in our understanding humans on earth. 5 stars. Highest recommendation.
Especially noteworthy are the sections on genetic similarities between people and chimps, the commentary on Darwin's sexual selection theory for race, and, painfully as we watch the news from Palestine, the history (both man and animal) of genocide. Hearing his thoughts from the past on such a painful topic, it's heartbreaking how prophetic Jared Diamond ending up being, even as it's a testament to his incredible intellect and effort to help us in our understanding humans on earth. 5 stars. Highest recommendation.