The Lessons of History
Will Durant, Ariel Durant
6 people recommended it in 5 threads, 2017–2022.
What people on Hacker News said
They distill a lifetime of research into a small 100 page book. The result is a survey of human history, full of dazzling insights into the nature of human experience, the evolution of civilization, the culture of man.
The Lessons of History by Will and Ariel Durant - for understanding groups of humans (civilization)
The Lessons of History, by W. & A. Durant changed my view on several "big topics" of history and society, such as biology, religion, economics, and war.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What books changed the way you think about almost everything? 2019 · 2 recommendations
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