Science Journalism and Environmental HistoryAmerican
Charles C. Mann is an American science writer and journalist, best known for his works on the history of the Americas, global ecology, and the environmental consequences of the collision of civilizations. His books *1491* and *1493* have played a significant role in reshaping public understanding of American history before and after Columbus. In his article "The Birth of Religion" for National Geographic, he also explored the role of Göbekli Tepe in rethinking the relationship between religion, agriculture, and civilization.