Abridged Audiobook
A worthy book that demonstrates just how incredibly revolutionary and influential were the religious and philosophical innovations created in China, India, Israel and Greece in the 9th through 1st centuries BCE (Before the Common Era). It demonstrates how Confucianism, Daoism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism and Greek philosophy have shaped our thinking for almost 3000 years, nourished newer religions like Christianity and Islam, and encouraged humans to prioritize compassion and empathy over hatred and violence. Even though this CD is abridged, it is still a challenge to get through with many complicated and confusing names, places and dates.
The first few disks were interesting but the book failed to hold my attention through the end. Somewhat encyclopedic-feeling from an author whom I have previously found more engaging.
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