Description
In this compelling work, Steven Pinker presents a data-driven argument for human progress, demonstrating that life, health, prosperity, safety, and happiness are on the rise globally. He posits that this remarkable advancement is not accidental but a direct result of the Enlightenment's core principles: reason, science, and humanism. Pinker contends that while these ideals face challenges from innate human tendencies and ideological opposition, they remain our most powerful tools for addressing contemporary problems and ensuring continued flourishing. This book serves as both a celebration of our collective achievements and a vigorous defense of the Enlightenment values essential for navigating the future.
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hardcover
Viking, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Published Jan 1, 2018
556 pages
ISBN: 9780525427575
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First Published
2018
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Enlightenment Now by Steven Pinker.