Jared Diamond is an American geographer, historian, and author known for his interdisciplinary approach to understanding human societies. He gained fame with his book, Guns, Germs, and Steel, which explores how environmental factors shaped the development of civilizations. Diamond's work often combines insights from biology, anthropology, and history to explain complex societal issues. Born on September 10, 1937, in Boston, Massachusetts, Diamond has also contributed to the fields of ecology and evolutionary biology. He has received numerous awards for his research and writing, including the Pulitzer Prize for non-fiction. His work encourages readers to consider the broader context of human development and its impact on the world.