Sapiens. Book Summary

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Yuval Noah Harari

What’s inside

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind is a thought-provoking journey through the last 70,000 years of human history. The book explores our transition from insignificant apes to rulers of the world, discussing the cognitive, agricultural and scientific revolutions that have shaped humanity.

You’ll Learn

  • Gaining a comprehensive understanding of human history
  • Broadening perspective on civilization’s progress
  • Developing insights on human behavior and culture
  • Stimulating thought on humanity’s future

Key Points

  • The Cognitive Revolution and its Impact
  • The Agricultural Revolution and its Consequences
  • The Role of Imagined Realities
  • The Evolution of Human Cultures
  • The Impact of Scientific Revolution
  • The Advent of Consumerism
  • Homo Sapiens and the Ecosystem

Who’s it For

  • history enthusiasts
  • those interested in anthropology
  • readers seeking perspective on human evolution
  • fans of theoretical exploration

About the author

Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian, philosopher and best-selling author of ‘Sapiens’, ‘Homo Deus’ and ’21 Lessons for the 21st Century’. His works integrate various disciplines such as history, biology, philosophy and economics.