Post by Stephen on Jul 18, 2017 11:54:48 GMT
I was wondering what people think of geography based theories on the development of civilisations. To me, it seems like a credible alternative to race based theories. I think it is a part of a complex explanation
Guns, Germs, and Steel by Diamond is an example of such a theory. The book argues that Eurasian civilisation is not so much a product of ingenuity, but of opportunity and necessity.
That is, civilisation is not created out of superior intelligence, but is the result of a chain of developments, each made possible by certain preconditions.
He also has a 3 video on you tube that explains the basics of the book. The link is below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwZ4s8Fsv94
Guns, Germs, and Steel by Diamond is an example of such a theory. The book argues that Eurasian civilisation is not so much a product of ingenuity, but of opportunity and necessity.
That is, civilisation is not created out of superior intelligence, but is the result of a chain of developments, each made possible by certain preconditions.
He also has a 3 video on you tube that explains the basics of the book. The link is below.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwZ4s8Fsv94
