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Humankind: A Hopeful History

Humankind: A Hopeful History

A Hopeful History
EssaysPhilosophy
Pages
480
Published
2020
Language
English

Synopsis

Rutger Bregman challenges the common belief that humans are inherently selfish. He argues that we are fundamentally good and that this optimistic view can lead to a better world. This book presents bold ideas for improving society, offering a hopeful perspective on humanity's potential.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

HopefulThought-ProvokingReflectiveInspiring

Genres

Essays Philosophy Sociology History Philosophy & Religion Politics & Society

About the author

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Rutger Bregman

Rutger Bregman (born 1988) is a Dutch historian, bestselling author, and co-founder of The School for Moral Ambition. He gained international fame for his books Utopia for Realists, Humankind, and Moral Ambition, which advocate for universal basic income, innate human goodness, and redirecting talent toward solving the world's biggest problems. Born in Renesse, Netherlands, Bregman studied history at Utrecht University and UCLA. He transitioned into journalism, initially writing for De Volkskra...

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the original title of this book?

    The book was first published in Dutch under the title De Meeste Mensen Deugen: Een Nieuwe Geschiedenis van de Mens.

  • Does this book rely on specific historical or scientific case studies?

    The author re-examines well-known psychological studies and historical events, such as the Stanford prison experiment and the Kitty Genovese incident, to challenge common interpretations of human behavior.

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