Humankind – Rutger Bregman

In Humankind: A Hopeful History, Dutch historian and visionary thinker Rutger Bregman challenges centuries of cynicism and turns the story of our species on its head. With engaging storytelling and meticulous research, Bregman offers a counter-narrative to the common assumption that humans are selfish, violent, and corrupt at their core. Instead, he argues convincingly that people are fundamentally decent—and that this belief could transform how we build society.

Through powerful examples from history, psychology, and current events, Bregman dismantles popular myths such as the “Stanford Prison Experiment” and “Lord of the Flies.” He presents real-world stories of cooperation and kindness during wartime, natural disasters, and societal breakdowns—situations where our better nature often prevails, despite what we’ve been taught to believe.

This thought-provoking, uplifting work aligns Bregman with intellectual heavyweights like Yuval Noah Harari and Stephen Fry, but with a fresh, optimistic tone that’s rare in today’s nonfiction landscape. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious reader, or someone seeking a hopeful vision for the future, Humankind delivers both a compelling read and a persuasive call to action.

This Used–Good condition edition is a great way to experience a game-changing book that reimagines human nature and inspires a more compassionate world.