Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

#1 New York Times Bestseller
Named One of the Top 100 Books of the 21st Century by New York Times Readers
Summer Reading Pick for Barack Obama and Bill Gates

In Sapiens, renowned historian Yuval Noah Harari presents a groundbreaking narrative of humanity’s origins and evolution. This international bestseller takes readers on a journey from the dawn of modern cognition 70,000 years ago to the present day, exploring how biology and history have shaped who we are—and where we might be headed.

Key Highlights:

• Human Evolution: What happened to the six different species of humans that once roamed the Earth, and why is Homo sapiens the only one left?
• The Global Ecosystem: Discover the profound role humans have played in shaping the planet’s history.
• The Rise of Empires: Examine how human societies evolved from hunter-gatherer tribes to global civilizations.
• The Future of Humanity: Consider how humans are now bending the laws of natural selection and redesigning the world—and ourselves.

Featuring 27 stunning photographs, 6 maps, and 25 illustrations and diagrams, Sapiens masterfully blends history and science to challenge conventional wisdom and provide fresh perspectives on what it means to be human.

Perfect for readers of Jared Diamond, Matt Ridley, and Robert Wright, this provocative and insightful book is essential for anyone interested in history, science, and the future of humanity.