Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow by Yuval Noah Harari explores humanity's future and our pursuit to enhance ourselves into god-like beings. Following the immense success of his previous work, Sapiens, Harari takes a bold look at how humans have managed to tame famine, plague, and war over the last century. These once uncontrollable forces of nature have been transformed into manageable challenges, leading to a surprising shift in global issues. More individuals die from overeating than undereating, old age now claims more lives than infectious diseases, and suicide rates exceed those from violence. The average American faces a greater risk from unhealthy eating than from terrorist threats. This shift raises critical questions about the future. What will replace these historical challenges? As humanity asserts itself as the dominant force on Earth, what goals will we set, and what paths will we choose?

Homo Deus delves into the ambitions, innovations, and potential hazards that could define the twenty-first century. Harari examines issues like overcoming death, the creation of artificial life, and the ethical dilemmas these advancements present. The book poses profound inquiries about our direction and how we can safeguard the planet from our own tendencies toward destruction. With the same engaging style that made Sapiens a global sensation, Harari sketches a roadmap for our future as we navigate this new phase of evolution, aptly named Homo Deus. His insights resonate with a broad audience, fostering crucial discussions around our responsibilities as the architects of tomorrow’s world. Harari, who holds a PhD in History from the University of Oxford and teaches at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, has garnered acclaim not only for his groundbreaking historical perspectives but also for enriching readers' understanding of humanity's path ahead.