Humanly Possible

In 'Humanly Possible', Sarah Bakewell delves into the expansive tradition of humanist thought, tracing its development from the 14th century to the present.

The book highlights humanism's emphasis on shared humanity, cultural vibrancy, and moral responsibility, featuring figures like Voltaire, Zora Neale Hurston, and Bertrand Russell.

Bakewell's narrative is both an intellectual adventure and a call to care for one another, reminding readers of humanism's enduring power despite historical opposition.