Summary of A Natural History of Human Thinking

A Natural History of Human Thinking by Michael Tomasello is a comprehensive examination of how humans think. It offers a range of perspectives on human cognition, from evolutionary and developmental to cultural and neurocognitive. Tomasello explores the interplay of these perspectives, providing insights into how we process and understand the world. He argues that the human capacity for abstract thought, collaboration, and language are inseparable from our species’ evolution, development, and culture. He also shows how these traits have enabled us to create powerful technologies and institutions, and how they will shape our future. This book provides an accessible yet comprehensive overview of the science of human thought and behavior.