Description
“Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” is a non-fiction book written by Yuval Noah Harari, an Israeli historian and professor. Published in 2011, the book provides a wide-ranging overview of the history and development of the human species.
“Sapiens” explores the journey of Homo sapiens, from the emergence of our species in Africa thousands of years ago to the present day. Harari examines key milestones and transformative events that have shaped human history, including the Cognitive Revolution, the Agricultural Revolution, and the Scientific Revolution.
The book delves into various aspects of human existence, including social, cultural, and technological advancements. Harari discusses the development of language, the formation of complex societies, the rise of religions, the impact of agriculture on human lifestyle, the creation of political systems, and the interplay between biology and culture.
“Sapiens” also delves into the unique characteristics that distinguish Homo sapiens from other species, such as our ability to create myths, cooperate in large numbers, and imagine abstract concepts. Harari explores the impact of these distinctive traits on our ability to build civilizations and reshape the world around us.
Harari presents thought-provoking ideas and challenges conventional wisdom about human history. He raises questions about the ethical implications of our advancements and discusses the potential consequences of future developments, such as artificial intelligence and genetic engineering.
The book is known for its accessible writing style, combining historical research with storytelling to engage a broad readership. Harari synthesizes a vast range of knowledge from various disciplines, including history, anthropology, biology, and sociology, to provide a comprehensive and thought-provoking account of human history.
“Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” has garnered widespread acclaim and has become an international bestseller. It has resonated with readers interested in understanding the human journey and the forces that have shaped our species. The book offers a compelling narrative that challenges readers to contemplate the past, present, and potential future of humanity.
Guru Sharan Yadav (Verified Purchase)
Great read. I’ve read this after homo deus, and it’s been a treat. If you are fascinated by your history, read this. It doesn’t just explain what happened, but why and why not the other way. I bought a Kindle edition, but it’s better to buy a hardcopy as it has a significant amount of pictures in it.
raju D (Verified Purchase)
Still reading but the book is so gripping and deep that you want to keep reading. The author is a master Craftsman and storyteller, so beautifully expresses his thoughts all through. Must read for all those who want to look deeper into our existence
Hareram patra (Verified Purchase)
History of humans, so well articulated. Completely objective view of where we are and how we got here, answering some of the most basic questions about ourselves, with crisp facts, figures and examples. Must read for everyone, believers and non-believers alike.
Puja Mondal (Verified Purchase)
Well it has some interesting points in the beginning chapters of the book .. well I feel author missed and misinterpreted some key things about Indian subcontinent evolution.. anyhow a pretty good read .. fresh connections to the past justifying for who and why we are behaving right now.. finished the book today.. Good read
Harvinder Singh (Verified Purchase)
This is a great book to read if you are interested in the history of mankind. It’s very well written in and is easy to read for long stretches of time even if it’s subject is quite serious. My only problem is that the book was packaged poorly and when I got it the cover was creased and folded. Seller should package books in hard boxes. People like to treasure them.