Eloquent and knowledgeable account of the tiny genetic difference between humans and chimps
Independent
Some biologists are just scientists; but some truly are thinkers. Jared Diamond is one of the latter. Whatever he applies himself to, his contribution is original and worthwhile
- Colin Tudge,
A fascinating portrait with more than enough uncomfortable facts to stop any dinner-party conversation in its tracks - an important book
Financial Times
Confirms Diamond as an impressive scholar and popularizer-an enjoyable, stimulating and audacious book
Nature