Nexus

A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI

This book explores the history of information networks from ancient times to the modern era of artificial intelligence. It examines how networks of communication have shaped human power, social order, and historical development. The author analyzes the dual nature of information technology as a tool for both progress and destruction. Special attention is given to the contemporary existential challenges posed by algorithms, misinformation, and autonomous systems.

by Yuval Noah Harari

Random House · First published 2024 · 524 pages