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Yuval Noah Harari

Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2011

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Essay Topics

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How do “shared myths” create stable societies?

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Describe the function of gossip and its role in the development of language.

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Examine the idea that “luxuries become necessities.” How does one lead to the other, and what are the consequences?

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