“Sapiens” by Yuval Noah Harari Decoded

In his groundbreaking book Sapiens, Yuval Noah Harari offers a thought-provoking exploration of the history of humankind, revealing the astonishing power of collective myths that have shaped our societies and the future of our species.

The ruins of an ancient empire, symbolizing the rise and fall of civilizations throughout history.

Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari takes readers on a captivating journey through the history of Homo sapiens, from the emergence of our species in Africa over 200,000 years ago to the present day.

Harari skillfully weaves together anthropology, biology, history, and philosophy to present a comprehensive and thought-provoking narrative that challenges our understanding of what it means to be human.

The book begins by examining the Cognitive Revolution, the point at which Homo sapiens developed the ability to create and believe in shared myths, enabling them to cooperate in large numbers and establish complex social structures.

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind