Summary
Rutger Bregman's Humankind - A Hopeful History challenges the pervasive narrative that humans are inherently selfish and competitive. Instead, Bregman presents a compelling argument that kindness, cooperation, and trust are fundamental to human nature. Drawing on a wide range of historical events, psychological studies, and anthropological research, the book offers an optimistic re-evaluation of humanity's potential for good, encouraging readers to reconsider ingrained assumptions about human behavior and societal structures.
- Innate goodness: Humans possess an inherent tendency towards kindness and cooperation rather than selfishness and aggression.
- Critique of the "veneer theory": The belief...
Full summary available for members.
Log in or create a free account to view.