Homo Deus

Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow is not a novel. It is a work of non-fiction by Israeli historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari. The book is a sequel to his international bestseller Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. 

In Homo Deus, Harari explores the potential future of humanity and poses the question: After conquering famine, plague, and war, what will be humanity’s next major projects?. He predicts that our new agenda will focus on achieving god-like powers by pursuing three major goals: 

The book is a thought-provoking exploration of how technological advancements, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and bioengineering, could dramatically reshape the world and the very definition of what it means to be human. Harari argues that as humans increasingly rely on algorithms and data, a new worldview he calls “Dataism” could emerge, challenging traditional humanist beliefs in individual free will and consciousness. 

Homo Deus weaves together historical context, scientific insights, and philosophical questions to present a compelling vision of the future. It serves as a warning about the potential dangers and ethical dilemmas of these advancements, urging readers to critically examine the path humanity is forging.