50 pages • 1 hour read
Yuval Noah HarariHomo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
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
Review Roundup
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 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.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Science / Nature
History: World
Philosophy
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Natural World: Environment
Life/Time: The Future
Anthropology
Psychology
Philosophy