Summary
Steven Pinker: The Better Angels of Our Nature
The book Better Angels of Our Nature by Steven Pinker is a fascinating exploration of human history that shows how, despite wars and violence, the world has become a safer and more peaceful place over the centuries. Combining history, psychology, and statistics, Pinker explains what drives aggression, but also how civilization, culture, and empathy have contributed to the reduction of violence, making this book a must-read for lovers of history, social science, and human nature.
It is written on the last page in pencil.
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