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Sapiens

Biography & History

Sapiens

Biography & History

Sapiens

Yuval Noah Harari

The Homo sapiens species evolved for 300,000 years from being simply one species of humans to become the most powerful species on earth. The development of common myths and language, which connect our social fabrics, have helped advance human civilization - so that today we live in a global village that is ever more interconnected.

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De quoi s'agit-il ?

From our earliest ancestors to our present place in the technology era, Sapiens (2015) details the evolution of mankind. The question is, how did we, a hairless, tailless ape species, reach such a position of dominance over the entire planet? The answer and how the trends and developments allowed Homo sapiens to gain supremacy over every other life form lies in these bites.

Résumé du livre

Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian, professor, and author known for his work in the field of history and the impact of technology on society. He is a prominent figure in the world of academia and has gained international recognition for his thought-provoking books and lectures.

"Ignorance by itself is not too dangerous. If you combine it with power, this is a toxic mix."

“Biology enables, culture forbids.”

“Questions you cannot answer are usually far better for you than answers you cannot question."

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Despite not being the first human species, Homo sapiens eventually replaced all others.

Homo sapiens got communication and thinking skills that helped them dominate the earth following the Cognitive Revolution.

Homo sapiens benefited greatly from the ability to speak complex languages, leading to their expansion and flourishing.

The Agricultural Revolution led to a dramatic increase in population as foragers became farmers.

The invention of writing and money facilitated trade among large communities.

As empires and religion emerged, humankind moved toward global unification.

Economic growth, new technologies, and imperialism were facilitated by the scientific revolution.

European imperialism shaped modern society, which firmly believes in capitalism's power.

Globalization has brought peace to humanity like never before.

There is no such thing as good or bad history, and much of what happens in it has little bearing on our subjective well-being.

Homo sapiens will eventually be replaced by an entirely new species as biological limits are transcended.

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