50 pages 1 hour read

Yuval Noah Harari

Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

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Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari speculates on the future of humanity, exploring themes like storytelling, intelligence, humanism, and the burgeoning influence of Dataism. Harari suggests that technological advancements will significantly boost human happiness, lifespan, and power but warns that these changes could lead to humans being supplanted by a new, superior species, the Homo deus, thereby questioning the future role and value of human lives.

Reviews & Readership

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Yuval Noah Harari's Homo Deus is lauded for its thought-provoking examination of future human trajectories and the impact of technology on society. Readers appreciate its compelling writing and deep insights, though some find it speculative and occasionally pessimistic. Overall, it challenges readers to think critically about humanity's future possibilities and ethical considerations.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Homo Deus?

Readers fascinated by futuristic insights and the evolution of humanity will appreciate Homo Deus by Yuval Noah Harari. Comparable to the audiences of Sapiens and 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, this book appeals to those interested in philosophy, technology, and speculative futures, much like fans of A Brief History of Time.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics

Science / Nature

History: World

Philosophy

Themes

Values/Ideas: Science & Technology

Natural World: Environment

Life/Time: The Future

Genre

Anthropology

Psychology

Philosophy