Humans: A Brief History of How We F*cked It All Up

This book explores the most creative and catastrophic ****-ups of human history, from Chairman Mao's Four Pests Campaign to the American Dustbowl and the world's leading superpower electing a reality TV mogul as President. It reminds us that we haven't exactly grown wiser with age.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2019
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

This book is absolutely brilliant! It's truly, truly brilliant, apart from the epilogue, which is a bit silly.

Jeremy Clarkson, who is known for his bold and sometimes controversial opinions, has praised this book as "f*cking brilliant." Sarah Knight, another renowned author, has also expressed her admiration, calling it an exhilarating journey through the most creative and catastrophic f*ck-ups of human history.

Throughout the seventy thousand years that modern human beings have walked on this earth, we have made significant progress in various fields, including art, science, culture, and trade. We have risen to the top of the evolutionary food chain and can proudly claim to be winners. However, it's important to note that our journey hasn't always been smooth sailing. Sometimes, we have managed to f*ck things up in truly remarkable ways.

From Chairman Mao's Four Pests Campaign to the American Dustbowl; from the Austrian army attacking itself on a drunken night to the world's leading superpower electing a reality TV mogul as President; the list of human follies goes on and on. It's safe to say that, as a species, we haven't exactly become wiser with age.

So, the next time you find yourself thinking that you've messed up big time, this book will serve as a reminder that it could be so much worse. It's a light-hearted and entertaining journey through thousands of years of human stupidity, offering a rib-tickling perspective on our collective folly. Whether you're a history buff, a comedy enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys a good laugh, this book is sure to captivate your attention.

In addition to the praise from renowned authors, this book has received widespread acclaim from critics. The Telegraph has described it as "both readable and entertaining," while the Business Standard has praised it as a "timely, irreverent gallop through thousands of years of human stupidity." Nicholas Griffin, in his book Ping-Pong Diplomacy: The Secret History Behind the Game That Changed the World, has also acknowledged the book's relevance and humor, calling it a "rib-tickling page-turner."

Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to take a break from the seriousness of life and enjoy a laugh at our shared human folly. It's a reminder that, despite our achievements, we are still capable of making mistakes that are both hilarious and embarrassing. So, sit back, relax, and prepare to be entertained as you journey through the most creative and catastrophic f*ck-ups of human history.

Weight: 284g
Dimension: 129 x 196 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472259059