Humankind

Like 'Humankind,' 'Sapiens' offers a sweeping, interdisciplinary re-examination of human history, challenging conventional wisdom and offering profound insights into our species' journey. Readers will appreciate its ambitious scope and thought-provoking arguments about what it means to be human.

This book shares 'Humankind's' optimistic, evidence-based approach to challenging prevailing negative narratives. Rosling uses data to demonstrate that the world is, in many ways, improving, encouraging readers to adopt a fact-based worldview and fostering a sense of hope.

Pinker's meticulously researched work directly complements Bregman's thesis by presenting a compelling, data-driven argument that violence has significantly decreased over human history. It offers an equally optimistic and evidence-based perspective on human nature and societal progress.

This groundbreaking book directly challenges many foundational myths about human civilization and the origins of inequality, much like Bregman challenges the myth of inherent human selfishness. It offers a more nuanced and often more hopeful view of early human societies, encouraging readers to rethink societal structures.

While focusing on different aspects of human development, Diamond's book shares 'Humankind's' broad historical scope and analytical rigor in explaining why societies developed differently. It challenges simplistic explanations and offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary understanding of human history.

This book, while not directly about human goodness, delves into the fundamental mechanisms of human thought and decision-making, similar to how Bregman explores core human behaviors. It challenges assumptions about our rationality and provides deep insights into the human mind, appealing to those who enjoy intellectual self-discovery.

Pink's work challenges conventional wisdom about human motivation, arguing for intrinsic drivers over external rewards, much like Bregman challenges the 'selfish' view of human nature. It offers an empowering and optimistic perspective on human potential and how to foster it in various settings.

As a strong follow-up to 'The Better Angels of Our Nature,' Pinker continues to build a robust, data-driven case for human progress and the power of Enlightenment ideals. Readers who appreciate Bregman's hopeful and evidence-based arguments for humanity's better nature will find this book deeply resonant.

Grant's book aligns perfectly with 'Humankind' by demonstrating the power of generosity and cooperation in achieving success, directly countering the 'dog-eat-dog' mentality. It provides compelling evidence that 'givers' often outperform 'takers,' reinforcing an optimistic view of human interaction and potential.

This book offers a rigorous, data-driven argument for the benefits of more equal societies, echoing Bregman's focus on societal structures that foster human well-being. It challenges prevailing economic assumptions and provides a hopeful vision for how societies can improve by embracing cooperation and fairness.