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Sapiens

Profit from humanity's 70,000-year code—cognitive revolutions as business leverage.

Yuval Noah Harari

Introduction

Traces human evolution through cognitive, agricultural, and scientific revolutions. Extracts lessons on mass cooperation and belief systems.

Highlighted Content

Harari's claim that 'money is the most universal trust system' challenges ESG advocates—readers debate whether capitalism is humanity's ultimate fiction.

Whether it's valuable to read

Pros

Reframes business in evolutionary context; enhances strategic foresight.

Cons

Not a traditional business book; requires abstract thinking.

Recommendation Conclusion

Read Chapters 1-5 to understand mass psychology's role in marketing. Controversial but mind-expanding—pair with 'Homo Deus' for future trends.