In Sapiens, Yuval Noah Harari explored the vast expanse of our past; in Homo Deus, he turned his gaze toward the future. Now, one of the most original and incisive thinkers of our time focuses on the present, seeking to unravel the complexities of today's most urgent challenges.
“Fascinating...a crucial global conversation about how to confront the problems of the twenty-first century.” — Bill Gates, The New York Times Book Review
How do the rapid advancements in computers and robotics reshape the essence of humanity? How should we respond to the pervasive epidemic of fake news? Do nations and religions still hold relevance in our modern world? What should we be teaching our children? In 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, Harari offers a profound and thought-provoking investigation into the issues that dominate our time as we venture into the uncharted waters of the future. As technology advances at an accelerating pace, as hacking emerges as a weapon of warfare, and as our societies become ever more polarized, Harari confronts the challenges of navigating life amidst constant and disorienting change, raising the crucial questions we must ask ourselves to ensure our survival.
Through twenty-one accessible, yet deeply insightful chapters, Harari expands upon the themes from his previous works, untangling the political, technological, social, and existential dilemmas of our age. He offers guidance on how to prepare for a future vastly different from the world we know today. How can we maintain our freedom of choice when the all-seeing gaze of Big Data observes our every move? What will the workforce of the future look like, and how should we prepare for it? How should we confront the growing threat of terrorism? Why is liberal democracy in crisis?
Harari’s unparalleled ability to distill the course of human history and project where we are headed has captivated millions. In 21 Lessons for the 21st Century, he invites us to reflect on values, meaning, and personal engagement in a world awash in noise and uncertainty. In an era flooded with irrelevant information, clarity becomes our most potent weapon. Presenting the contemporary challenges of our time with rare lucidity, this work is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the world we live in.
Praise for 21 Lessons for the 21st Century:
“If there were such a thing as a required instruction manual for politicians and thought leaders, Yuval Noah Harari’s 21 Lessons for the 21st Century would deserve serious consideration. In this collection of provocative essays, Harari tackles a formidable range of issues, seeking to answer the pressing question: ‘What is happening in the world today, and what is the deeper significance of these events?’” — BookPage
“A sobering and clear-eyed perspective on the bewildering new vistas before us.” — Booklist
