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Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow
by Yuval Noah Harari
In this thought-provoking sequel to Sapiens, Harari explores the future of humanity, examining how our values and perspectives may evolve in the face of rapid technological advancement.
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Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies
by Jared Diamond
Diamond explores the factors that have influenced global history, asserting that geography and environment are pivotal in shaping the societies that arise.
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The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined
by Steven Pinker
Pinker argues that violence has been in decline throughout history and examines the factors that have contributed to this trend, offering a hopeful perspective on human nature.
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The Origin of Species
by Charles Darwin
Darwin's groundbreaking work on evolution and natural selection, which lays the foundation for understanding biological diversity and the history of life on Earth.
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Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed
by Jared Diamond
Diamond examines the historical collapse of various cultures, identifying the environmental and sociopolitical factors that contribute to societal failure and resilience.
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The Structure of Scientific Revolutions
by Thomas S. Kuhn
Kuhn presents a historical analysis of the development of scientific ideas, arguing that progress in science occurs through paradigm shifts rather than linear advancement.
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A Brief History of Time
by Stephen Hawking
Hawking discusses complex topics in cosmology, including the nature of time, black holes, and the universe's origins, in a way that is accessible to non-specialists.
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The Social Conquest of Earth
by Edward O. Wilson
Wilson provides insights into human evolution, discussing social behavior and its role in shaping human societies and the planet's ecological future.
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The Righteous Mind: Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion
by Jonathan Haidt
Haidt investigates the psychological bases of morality and how they shape our political and religious divisions, offering a deeper understanding of human nature.
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Thinking, Fast and Slow
by Daniel Kahneman
Kahneman explores the dual systems of thought that drive our decision-making, providing insights into cognitive biases and the nature of human judgment.