Yuval Harari
Historian & Bestselling Author | 'Sapiens' & The Future of Humanity
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Yuval Noah Harari is a renowned historian, philosopher, and bestselling author whose work explores the future of humanity. His book 'Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind' has sold over 12 million copies worldwide, offering a groundbreaking perspective on the evolution of our species.
As a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Harari's research bridges disciplines to address the technological, social, and existential challenges facing the world today. His TED talks have been viewed over 100 million times, making him one of the most-watched and influential public intellectuals of our time.
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What explains the rise of humans?
Seventy thousand years ago, our human ancestors were insignificant animals, just minding their own business in a corner of Africa with all the other animals. But now, few would disagree that humans dominate planet Earth; we've spread to every continent, and our actions determine the fate of other animals (and possibly Earth itself). How did we get from there to here? Historian Yuval Noah Harari suggests a surprising reason for the rise of humanity.
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