The Ape That Understood the Universe by Steve Stewart-Williams

📚 Book Club Invitation: The Ape That Understood the Universe by Steve Stewart-Williams

Hello curious minds and lovers of big questions,
For our February meeting, we turn to The Ape That Understood the Universe, a fascinating and accessible exploration of how the human mind evolved to make sense of reality, from everyday beliefs to science, religion, and culture.

Steve Stewart-Williams takes us on a journey through evolutionary psychology, showing how the same mental tools that helped our ancestors survive also shape our deepest intuitions, sometimes helping us understand the world, sometimes leading us astray.

If you’ve ever wondered:

• Why humans are so good at storytelling
• How evolution shaped our beliefs about meaning, morality, and truth
• Whether science is just another cultural product… or something more

…this book offers plenty of fuel for reflection and debate.

📅 Date: Friday, 21 February
⏰ Time: 11:30
📍 Venue: Carpe Diem, Avenue de Tervuren 13, 1040 Brussels

Expect an engaging and open discussion about human nature, evolution, culture, and how an evolved ‘ape’ ended up trying to understand the universe, all in a relaxed setting with good coffee and good company.

As always, you’re welcome whether you read every chapter or just grasped the main ideas. Those who wish can stay for lunch afterward and continue the conversation informally.

📞 Questions: 0474.60.83.70

🏡 Book Club Home Rules
1️⃣ You’re welcome even if you didn’t finish the book.
2️⃣ We listen to understand, not to win.
3️⃣ Curiosity, respect, and openness come first — especially when ideas challenge us.

Looking forward to another lively exchange of ideas 🧠