A review by merilyn_ohtla
Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari

informative reflective medium-paced

5.0

In his book "Sapiens," Yuval Noah Harari presents a historical timeline in which he sheds light on significant advancements achieved through various "revolutions" in human history, such as the Agricultural and Industrial Revolutions. Challenging established perspectives, he encourages fresh ideas about our modern way of life and argues against the notion of a natural way of living.

Harari specifically focuses on the Agricultural Revolution and its profound impact on not just diets, but also on family and community structures, which continues to influence our present era. While the surplus of food brought about opportunities for leisure and cultural development, the majority of people still carried the burden of laborious tasks.

Strong opinions are expressed by Harari with regards to money, culture, and capitalism. A notable quote from the book states, "Money is the only trust system created by humans that can bridge any cultural gap, and that does not discriminate on the basis of religion, gender, race, age, or sexual orientation."

Finally, Harari concludes by reflecting on the imminent revolution in human society and the irreversible changes we are causing to our environment. 
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