Nexus
A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI
(Autor) Yuval Noah HarariThe phenomenal international and Sunday Times bestseller from the author of Sapiens Stories brought us together. Books spread our ideas - and our mythologies. The internet promised infinite knowledge. The algorithm learned our secrets - and then turned us against each other. What will AI do? Nexus is the thrilling account of how we arrived at this moment, and the urgent choices we must now make to survive - and to thrive. PRAISE FOR NEXUS 'One of the most remarkable intellects of our generation' RORY STEWART 'Tremendous, thought-provoking and so very well-reasoned . . . If there is one book that I would urge everyone to read - it is Nexus' STEPHEN FRY 'A wake-up call in the gentlest, most urgent way' YOTAM OTTOLENGHI 'This deeply important book comes at a critical time as we all think through the implications of AI' MUSTAFA SULEYMAN 'A super narrative writer' GUARDIAN '[Harari] sticks the world together in a gleaming shape that inspires and excites' TELEGRAPH PRAISE FOR YUVAL NOAH HARARI 'The great thinker of our age' THE TIMES 'Interesting and provocative' BARACK OBAMA 'One of my favourite writers and thinkers' NATALIE PORTMAN
Yuval Noah Harari
Yuval Noah Harari is an Israeli historian, philosopher, and best-selling author known for his insightful analysis of the history and future of mankind. His most notable works include "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" and "Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow," which have been translated into numerous languages and have sold millions of copies worldwide.
Harari's writing style is clear, engaging, and thought-provoking, making complex ideas accessible to a wide audience. His contributions to literature include challenging conventional wisdom and offering fresh perspectives on the human experience.
Harari's impact on the literary genre of history and philosophy is significant, as he has sparked widespread discussion and debate on topics such as evolution, technology, and the role of humans in shaping the future. "Sapiens" is his most famous work, offering a sweeping narrative of the history of our species and how we have come to dominate the planet.