Sapiens [Tenth Anniversary Edition]
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Detailed Overview:
Sapiens [Tenth Anniversary Edition]: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari is one of the most influential and widely read works of modern nonfiction. In this special tenth anniversary edition, Harari revisits his groundbreaking exploration of human history, enhanced with a new afterword that reflects on the book’s lasting impact and the rapidly changing world. Spanning over 100,000 years of human existence, the book traces the remarkable journey of Homo sapiens from insignificant primates to the dominant species on Earth.
Harari combines history, anthropology, biology, economics, and sociology to explain how humans developed language, formed societies, created religions, built empires, and transformed the planet through science and technology. He explores the Cognitive Revolution, Agricultural Revolution, and Scientific Revolution, examining how each reshaped human civilization and influenced our beliefs, behaviors, and institutions.
Written in an engaging and thought-provoking style, Sapiens challenges many commonly accepted ideas about progress, happiness, power, and culture. The tenth anniversary edition continues to inspire readers worldwide by offering fresh perspectives on humanity’s past while encouraging deeper reflection on its future. It is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the forces that have shaped human history and continue to influence modern society.
Product Details:
Title: Sapiens [Tenth Anniversary Edition]: A Brief History of Humankind
Author: Yuval Noah Harari
ISBN-13: 9780063422001
ISBN-10: 006342200X
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Binding: Paperback
No of Pages: 464
Language: English
Publisher Date: February 4, 2025
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