Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

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Description:

A groundbreaking exploration of how Homo sapiens came to dominate the world. Yuval Noah Harari takes readers on a journey through the history of our species, from the Stone Age to the present.

Language: English

Format: HARDCOVER

Pages: 443

Genre: Non-Fiction

Plot

The book explores how Homo sapiens evolved from insignificant apes to become the dominant species on Earth. Harari examines three major revolutions: the Cognitive Revolution (70,000 years ago), the Agricultural Revolution (12,000 years ago), and the Scientific Revolution (500 years ago), and how they shaped human society.

News & Announcements

Published in 2011, became an international bestseller

Over 20 million copies sold worldwide

Translated into 60 languages

Recommended by Bill Gates and Barack Obama

Part of a trilogy including 'Homo Deus' and '21 Lessons for the 21st Century'

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