Elon, AI & The Curious Key To Peace

This book surveys the history of humankind from the Stone Age to the 21st century, focusing on Homo sapiens. It divides human history into four major parts: the Cognitive Revolution, the Agricultural Revolution, the Unification of Humankind, and the Scientific Revolution. Harari argues that Homo sapiens dominate the world due to their unique ability to cooperate in large numbers through beliefs in imagined realities such as gods, nations, money, and human rights. The book also examines the impact of human activities on the global ecosystem and speculates on the future of humanity, including the potential for genetic engineering and non-organic life.

Men Against Fire, published in 1947, is a seminal work by S. L. A. Marshall that explores the psychological and behavioral aspects of soldiers in combat. Marshall's controversial assertion that only a small percentage of soldiers actually fired their weapons in combat sparked significant debate and influenced military training doctrines. The book remains a critical study in understanding combat effectiveness and the psychological factors affecting soldiers' actions during war.