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Writer's pictureDayana Varghese

Sapiens: A Mind-Bending Journey Through Time and Ideas


Yuval Noah Harari's "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind", dear fellow sapiens, isn't just a book—it's a mind-altering magic spell.



From the very first page, you'll be questioning everything you thought you knew about our species. Harari takes us on a thrilling rollercoaster ride through time, from the emergence of Homo sapiens to the rise of agriculture, the invention of money, and the Age of Empires.


What makes this book truly magical is how it flips your beliefs like a pancake in a skilled chef's kitchen. You thought you were the apex predator? Think again. Sapiens have been bamboozled by wheat, of all things! Our belief in gods? Just a figment of our collective imagination. Harari doesn't just drop knowledge bombs; he detonates them with the precision of a surgical strike.



But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Harari's wit shines through, making history feel like a conversation with a hilarious friend. He even throws in some existential humor about the absurdity of it all. Who knew that the agricultural revolution was just a giant scam to get us working harder?


By the end of this book, you'll emerge with a fresh perspective on our species, wondering if our ancestors were just clever apes with too much time on their hands. It's a journey through time and ideas that'll reshape your understanding of the past, present, and future.


In a world filled with information overload, "Sapiens" is the book that cuts through the noise with humor, insight, and a dash of skepticism. So, pick it up, strap in, and get ready for a ride that'll change your beliefs, perspectives, and maybe even the way you see yourself and the


human history.

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