... neither life nor history is an enterprise for those who seek simplicity and consistency

... neither life nor history is an enterprise for those who seek simplicity and consistency

Jared Diamond, a renowned author and professor of geography at UCLA, is best known for his groundbreaking work in the fields of anthropology, geography, and history. His books, such as "Guns, Germs, and Steel" and "Collapse," have challenged conventional wisdom and offered new perspectives on the complexities of human societies and their interactions with the environment.