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A review by aspiring_learner
The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined by Steven Pinker
5.0
This book reshaped my view of the world more than any other. Violence has declined throughout history. These declines aren't driven by magic. They're driven by scientific and social advances through the ages that have been driven by people for very human reasons.
Want a profound basis for hope in the modern world? Try staring down the specter of all human brutality throughout all of history. When you emerge from the crucible, you will understand the profound advances that we've made. By the end, you'll hopefully understand what worked to reduce violence and why - key clues that we'll need if we're going to continue making our world better.
This is the still my #1 recommended book.
Want a profound basis for hope in the modern world? Try staring down the specter of all human brutality throughout all of history. When you emerge from the crucible, you will understand the profound advances that we've made. By the end, you'll hopefully understand what worked to reduce violence and why - key clues that we'll need if we're going to continue making our world better.
This is the still my #1 recommended book.