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Books Like Material World: A Global Family Portrait

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Books to Read If You Like Material World: A Global Family Portrait

Hungry Planet: What the World Eats

by Peter Menzel, Faith D'Aluisio

Like 'Material World', this book visually captures diverse cultures' lifestyles through the lens of food.

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What the World Eats

by Peter Menzel, Faith D'Aluisio

This book is a natural companion to 'Material World', offering insight into daily life around the globe through the commonality of food.

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The Geography of Thought: How Asians and Westerners Think Differently...and Why

by Richard E. Nisbett

While deviating slightly from the purely photographic format, it offers insightful analysis relevant to global perspectives similar to 'Material World'.

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The World Until Yesterday: What Can We Learn from Traditional Societies?

by Jared Diamond

This book examines cultural practices that have stood the test of time, akin to the explorative nature of 'Material World'.

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Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies

by Jared Diamond

This historical examination relates to the global perspective of 'Material World', connecting lifestyle with the evolution of human societies.

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The Art of Happiness

by Dalai Lama, Howard Cutler

It connects to themes of cultural values and human experience found in 'Material World', emphasizing personal and collective well-being.

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Affluenza: The All-Consuming Epidemic

by John de Graaf, David Wann, and Thomas H. Naylor

This book provides a critical view of material wealth that complements the themes of possessions and culture in 'Material World'.

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The Spirit Level: Why Equality is Better for Everyone

by Richard G. Wilkinson and Kate Pickett

It aligns with the themes of understanding diverse cultures and their socio-economic status, enriching the discussion initiated by 'Material World'.

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