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Anne Helen Petersen and Charlie Warzel's "Out of Office" delves into the complexities of remote work, challenging the initial utopian visions. The book explores the unexpected consequences of working from home, such as increased workload and blurring boundaries between professional and personal life. It examines the performative aspects of remote work, where employees feel compelled to constantly prove their productivity. The authors offer insightful analysis of the societal shifts brought about by the pandemic and the need for a more sustainable work-life balance. Ultimately, the book advocates for a reimagining of workplaces that prioritize employee well-being and foster a healthier relationship between work and life.

Humankind: A Hopeful History challenges the idea that humans are inherently selfish by presenting evidence of our altruistic behavior throughout history. The book takes a multi-disciplinary approach, drawing from history, economics, psychology, biology, anthropology, and archaeology to argue that humans are more peaceful and friendly than commonly believed. Bregman sides with Jean-Jacques Rousseau's view of human nature in the state of nature debate, opposing Thomas Hobbes' more pessimistic outlook. He also discusses the concept of 'domestication syndrome' and how humans may have self-domesticated, leading to a more cooperative and empathetic species.