Reviews - Humankind: A Hopeful History

Humankind: A Hopeful History by Rutger Bregman

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For thousands of years, we've cultivated a false self-image of humans has inherently selfish. As a result, we often distrust each other. But it's neither civilization nor the fear of punishment that prevents violent and selfish behaviors. In evolutionary terms, we are neither egoists nor murderers: we are friendly and cooperative, as we can see in the way we behave during crises. So it's high time for a new, more positive view of humanity.

lizzyvancouver87's review against another edition

4.5

hopeful informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

johnneufeld's review against another edition

5.0

hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

trkravtin's review against another edition

Fascinating exploration of the reality of our humanism. Exposes many misrepresentations in sociology and psychology experiments and research. Yes, there is reason to be optimistic, believe it or not (in May 2025 USA). Recommended.