Yuval Noah Harari

Completes Oxford PhD

Earns doctorate in history and begins teaching at Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His early academic work focuses on medieval military history with limited public recognition.

Sapiens Published in Hebrew

Publishes Sapiens initially in Hebrew, based on his popular university lectures. The book gains strong reception in Israel, laying groundwork for international success.

Sapiens International Breakthrough

English translation of Sapiens becomes a global phenomenon, topping bestseller lists worldwide. Endorsements from Bill Gates and Barack Obama catapult him to international intellectual stardom.

Homo Deus Published

His second major work explores the future of humanity and artificial intelligence, cementing his status as a leading public intellectual. He becomes a sought-after speaker at Davos and major global forums.

21 Lessons for 21st Century

Third bestseller addresses contemporary challenges, from technology to politics to climate change. He advises world leaders and tech executives, wielding significant cultural influence.

COVID-19 Commentary Leader

Becomes one of the most prominent voices interpreting the pandemic's implications for society and governance. His essays reach hundreds of millions, solidifying his position as a global thought leader.

Preeminent Global Intellectual

Continues as one of the world's most influential public intellectuals, with books translated into 65+ languages and tens of millions of copies sold. A household name among educated audiences globally, regularly consulted by world leaders and tech titans.