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History of Humankind In Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, historian Yuval Noah Harari invites listeners on an extraordinary journey through 70,000 years of human evolution and civilization. With a blend of science, anthropology, history, and philosophy, Harari traces how Homo sapiens went from insignificant apes to the dominant species on Earth. He unpacks the Cognitive Revolution, which allowed early humans to create myths, build communities, and outcompete rival species. The book then explores the Agricultural Revolution, which transformed food production and social hierarchies, followed by the unification of humankind through trade, empires, religion, and money. Finally, Harari dives into the Scientific Revolution, which redefined our understanding of reality and powered today’s technological and political landscapes. Throughout, he poses bold questions: Are we happier than our ancestors? What has progress truly cost us? Where is humanity headed? Rich with surprising facts, thought-provoking ideas, and a critical examination of society, Sapiens is both an intellectual adventure and a meditation on what it means to be human. The audiobook, narrated with clarity and gravitas, is perfect for anyone curious about the forces that shaped our past—and continue to influence our future.
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