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Language
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NEXUS takes you on a sweeping journey through the evolution of information networks and their profound impact on our world. This history-meets-philosophy exploration by Yuval Noah Harari asks how information—stories, data, myths—has shaped human life over the last 100,000 years. Written for curious adults and readers who want to understand the forces behind truth, power, and culture, NEXUS blends urgency with hope and invites you to consider how we can preserve our shared humanity in an era defined by artificial intelligence.
In NEXUS, Harari moves across centuries and civilizations, linking Stone Age information-sharing to today’s digital ecosystems. The book examines how societies harness information for both benevolence and manipulation—from the Bible and early social structures to modern populism and bureaucratic systems—and it probes the delicate balance between truth, mythology, and power. This is not only a reflection on the past but a guide to the future, challenging readers to reframe information as a tool for collective flourishing rather than a weapon to wield against one another.
Harari’s approach is clear, panoramic, and relentlessly thought-provoking. The narrative unfolds in accessible, well-structured chapters that weave historical moments with contemporary concerns, making big ideas feel tangible. Whether exploring how misinformation spreads, how governments organize information, or how AI might reshape our sense of reality, NEXUS presents key concepts in a way that invites reflection and discussion. It’s a bold, engaging read that blends storytelling with rigorous analysis, offering a thoughtful framework for navigating an increasingly information-driven world.
After finishing NEXUS, readers gain a nuanced map of how information has steered our past and how it can guide our future. It leaves you with a renewed sense of agency—equipped to think critically about information, to weigh competing narratives, and to participate more thoughtfully in shaping the societies we share. The book invites you to imagine a path forward that honors our humanity and makes room for wisdom amid complexity.
Product Details
Author
Yuval Noah Harari
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
512
Language
English
ISBN
9781911717096
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
15.3 x 4 x 23.4 cm
Binding
Paperback
AED 110.00
Prof. Yuval Noah Harari (Born 1976) Is A Historian, Philosopher And The Bestselling Author Of 'Sapiens: A Brief History Of Humankind' (2014); 'Homo Deus: A Brief History Of Tomorrow' (2016); '21 Lessons For The 21St Century' (2018); The Children'S Series 'Unstoppable Us' (Launched In 2022); And 'Nexus: A Brief History Of Information Networks From The Stone Age To Ai' (2024). He Is Also The Creator And Co-Writer Of 'Sapiens: A Graphic History': A Radical Adaptation Of 'Sapiens' Into A Graphic Novel Series (Launched In 2020), Which He Published Together With Comics Artists David Vandermeulen (Co-Writer) And Daniel Casanave (Illustrator). These Books Have Been Translated Into 65 Languages, With 45 Million Copies Sold, And Have Been Recommended By Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Natalie Portman, Janelle Monáe, Chris Evans And Many Others. Harari Has A Phd In History From The University Of Oxford, Is A Lecturer At The Hebrew University Of Jerusalem'S History Department, And Is A Distinguished Research Fellow At The University Of Cambridge’S Centre For The Study Of Existential Risk. Together With His Husband, Itzik Yahav, Yuval Noah Harari Is The Co-Founder Of Sapienship: A Social Impact Company That Advocates For Global Collaboration, With Projects In The Realm Of Education And Storytelling. Yuval Noah Harari Is A Historian, Philosopher And The Global Bestselling Author Of Sapiens: A Brief History Of Humankind, Homo Deus: A Brief History Of Tomorrow, 21 Lessons For The 21St Century, The Graphic Adaptation Series Sapiens: A Graphic History, And Unstoppable Us, His First Series Of Books For Children. His Books Have Sold Over 45 Million Copies In 65 Languages, With Sapiens Alone Selling 25 Million Copies Since It Was First Published In 2013. A New York Times And Sunday Times #1 Bestseller, Sapiens Spent An Incredible 96 Consecutive Weeks In The Top 3 Of The Sunday Times Bestseller List. Yuval Noah Harari Is Also Behind Sapienship – An International Social Impact Company Focused On Education And Storytelling, Which He Co-Founded With His Husband Itzik Yahav. Harari Is Considered One Of The World’S Most Influential Public Intellectuals Today. These Books Have Been Translated Into 65 Languages, With 45 Million Copies Sold, And Have Been Recommended By Barack Obama, Bill Gates, Natalie Portman, Janelle Mone, Chris Evans And Many Others. Harari Has A Phd In History From The University Of Oxford, Is A Lecturer At The Hebrew University Of Jerusalem'S History Department, And Is A Distinguished Research Fellow At The University Of Cambridges Centre For The Study Of Existential Risk.