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Sapiens | A Brief History of Humankind | Yuval Noah Harari | Book Summary | bestbookbits.com
Dec 19, 2019
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Renowned historian and author Yuval Noah Harari discusses the cognitive, agricultural, and scientific revolutions and their impact on human history and culture. He explores the evolution of Homo sapiens, the power of language and myths in enabling collaboration, and the influence of economic and political interests on science. Harari also discusses the impact of capitalism, the diminishing benefits of war, and the relationship between happiness, religion, and human evolution.
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- Humans have built complex societies and collaborated in large numbers by sharing common myths and beliefs, allowing them to create a collective reality separate from the physical world.
- The advent of the agricultural revolution and the subsequent rise of capitalism have transformed human societies, increasing population growth and promoting economic growth and innovation.
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The Three Major Revolutions in Human History
The podcast explores the three major revolutions that have shaped human history: the cognitive revolution 70,000 years ago, the agricultural revolution 10,000 years ago, and the scientific revolution 500 years ago. These revolutions empowered humans to create and connect around ideas that do not physically exist, giving rise to shared myths and beliefs that have allowed humans to dominate the globe.
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