Sapiens: A Graphic History 2 Books Collection Set by Yuval Noah Harari - Non Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 1: The Birth of Humankind
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 2: The Pillars of Civilization

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780063055087 (Vol. 1), 9780063212220 (Vol. 2)
Publisher: Harper
Book Count: 2

Overview
This two-volume hardback set brings Yuval Noah Harari's landmark exploration of human history to life through vivid, full-color graphic storytelling. Adapted by David Vandermeulen and illustrated by Daniel Casanave, Sapiens: A Graphic History translates Harari's sweeping ideas into an accessible, image-driven narrative. Volume 1 traces the emergence of Homo sapiens, while Volume 2 follows the Agricultural Revolution and the rise of civilization. Together, these hardcovers make a striking, thought-provoking gift for curious readers, students, and fans of big-picture nonfiction who want history rendered in a fresh, visual format.

About the Books
Sapiens: A Graphic History reimagines Yuval Noah Harari's influential nonfiction bestseller as a fully illustrated, two-volume series. Working alongside scriptwriter David Vandermeulen and artist Daniel Casanave, Harari distills anthropological and historical scholarship into engaging comic-panel storytelling that never loses its intellectual rigor. Volume 1, The Birth of Humankind, follows recurring characters as they unpack how Homo sapiens developed language, cooperation, and shared myths that allowed small bands of foragers to organize into larger, more powerful groups. Volume 2, The Pillars of Civilization, picks up with the Agricultural Revolution, examining how the shift from foraging to farming reshaped diet, labor, hierarchy, and settlement patterns. Both hardcovers use bold, full-color artwork and witty dialogue to make dense concepts feel immediate and memorable. Recurring characters, including a professor and a detective, walk readers through arguments about evolution, economics, and power with humor and clarity. The series works equally well as a standalone read or as a visual companion to Harari's original prose. Educators have embraced the format for classroom discussion, while general readers appreciate how the graphic treatment makes centuries of change easy to follow.

Key Benefits

• Two complete hardback volumes covering humanity's origins through the rise of civilization
• Full-color illustrated storytelling that makes complex history approachable and memorable
• Adapted with care by scriptwriter David Vandermeulen and illustrator Daniel Casanave
• A visual companion to Yuval Noah Harari's influential Sapiens narrative
• Sturdy hardcover editions built to last on any bookshelf
• A thoughtful gift for history buffs, students, and graphic novel readers alike

Book-by-Book Guide
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 1: The Birth of Humankind — Follows early Homo sapiens as language, shared myths, and cooperation allow small foraging bands to build larger, more complex societies.
Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 2: The Pillars of Civilization — Explores the Agricultural Revolution and how farming, surplus, and hierarchy reshaped human life and laid the groundwork for cities and states.

About the Authors
Yuval Noah Harari is a historian and author of the international bestseller Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, along with Homo Deus and 21 Lessons for the 21st Century. David Vandermeulen is a Belgian comics writer known for adapting complex nonfiction into graphic narrative form, and he co-wrote the script for this series alongside Harari. Daniel Casanave is a French illustrator whose expressive artwork brings the series' historical scenes and recurring characters to life across both volumes.

Why You'll Love This Set
Perfect for holiday gifting, classroom libraries, or your own coffee table, this two-book hardcover set turns a sweeping history of humankind into a visually rich, page-turning experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Harari's work or new to his ideas, these vivid graphic volumes make big history genuinely fun to read.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.