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Should I read this? I'm reading Sapiens at the moment and I'm wondering, is Homo Deus good?

Melanie One of those rare books which exceeds expectations. If you enjoyed Sapiens you will want to read Homo Deus, it is possibly the most thought provoking …moreOne of those rare books which exceeds expectations. If you enjoyed Sapiens you will want to read Homo Deus, it is possibly the most thought provoking book of the year. (less)

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Is this a stand-alone book, or a sequel to Sapiens?

Adrien Lemaire Although you'll find repetitions between the books, it won't do you much harm, for the volume of information dispensed is too large for one to complet…moreAlthough you'll find repetitions between the books, it won't do you much harm, for the volume of information dispensed is too large for one to completely assimilate everything in a single read.

I strongly suggest reading Sapiens first, as it'll make you more appreciative of the quality of information taught throughout the book, and will make it more receptive to the predictions divulged in Homo Deus. (less)

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When will it be out in English? (Or French, Swedish or Italian?)

Amine It's available now .…moreIt's available now .(less)

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Love this book. But anyone else take issue with the statements on pgs 65 - 66? “For (the past) 300 years the world has been dominated by humanism.” Humanism is the dominant world religion? What am I failing to understand? This point aside, I highly recommend. This takes off where Kurzweil left off.

Kirti Vikram Nopany I think what the author is trying to point out is that since ancient and medieval times, civilisations, societies, and empires have mainly been guided…moreI think what the author is trying to point out is that since ancient and medieval times, civilisations, societies, and empires have mainly been guided by and dominated by some religion or the other - either Christianity, or Hinduism, or Islam, etc etc. Now there is a new concept that is dominating the world - Humanism - where we are putting the individual and the human race on a pedestal and highest property than the wishes of any God. We are recognising and believing in the concept of liberty, freedom, etc. which form the crux of humanism unlike religions where God comes first.(less)

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Does it get better? I've read not quite half and mostly he's just compiling stuff that's been done before and I haven't found much that I'd call new insight, but have found a couple things that I'm sure he's behind the latest research on. I have to give it back to the library now and wonder if it's worth putting a hold on to finish it.