By Jared M. Diamond (2005)

Diamond investigates his theme using both ancient and modern examples, from Easter Island and the Mayan civilisation to China and Australia, and draws parallels between these and the current global situation. The book concludes with an eye opening review of the approaches that must be taken to avoid the problems of non-sustainability in the modern-era.
“… Collapse must be taken seriously. It is probably the most important book you will ever read.” Tim Flannery, Science.
By Katherine Dalton, Action 21 volunteer