Introduction
Summary of the Book Humanly Possible by Sarah Bakewell Before we proceed, let’s look into a brief overview of the book. Imagine a table stacked with ancient manuscripts, love poems, philosophical treatises, scientific diagrams, and fierce debates about human nature. Around that table sit individuals from across centuries—Italian scribes, French essayists, Dutch scholars, Enlightenment rebels, exiled novelists—each holding a torch that illuminates what it means to be human. This is humanism, a rich tapestry woven from threads of compassion, curiosity, moral inquiry, and faith in human potential. It never demanded temples or hierarchies. Instead, it asked: Can we shape a kinder world through reason and empathy? Can we learn from history, value art, and respect each other’s dignity without invoking fear or dogma? As you read these chapters, you embark on a journey into the soul of humanism, discovering a legacy that continues to guide us today.
Chapter 1: Venturing into Centuries of Ideas, Where Humanism Takes Root Beyond Boundaries.
Imagine walking into a room with no clear instructions on how to understand your own existence. Everywhere you turn, people want you to rely on certain rigid beliefs or dogmatic scripts, yet something inside you whispers that there is more to being human than following orders. Such a quiet inner voice forms the heart of humanism, a philosophy that values human thought, empathy, learning, and creativity. It is a way of seeing life that focuses on human dignity, critical thinking, and the curiosity to explore new ideas without relying on strict religious doctrines. Across centuries, humanism has sparked in brilliant minds who searched for meaning by turning to art, ancient texts, ethical reasoning, and scientific inquiry. This grand journey of thought has stretched over seven hundred years, weaving together countless stories of human aspiration.
A vivid modern example emerged in 2017, when a young man named Hamza bin Walayat, originally from Pakistan, sought asylum in Britain. He feared that his open embrace of humanist thinking could cost him his life back home. In societies governed by strict religious codes, stepping outside conventional beliefs can be dangerous. Hamza’s situation highlighted a perplexing challenge: humanism does not have an official church, a sacred scripture, or a label that can easily fit into bureaucratic checklists. Instead, it is flexible, evolving, and deeply personal. This troubled the immigration authorities who demanded a neat definition, unaware that humanism’s strength lies in its fluidity. In truth, it thrives in questioning unquestioned norms. Such a perspective unsettles rigid powers, making humanism seem subversive to those who want uniformity.
Fortunately, Hamza’s story did not end in despair. With the help of Humanists UK, the immigration offices in Britain began to understand that humanism could not be validated by quoting a holy text or pointing to a single temple. Advocates argued that a worldview which encourages asking hard questions, revisiting old assumptions, and valuing human compassion is as legitimate as any religious belief. Through training and dialogue, officials learned that humanists are individuals who celebrate knowledge, reasoning, moral autonomy, and empathy. Soon after, Hamza found safety and even became a trustee at the very organization that defended his right to think freely. His path showed that humanist ideals, although elusive to rigid rules, offer real support and solidarity to those daring enough to embrace them.
To truly understand humanism, we must travel back in time and meet the thinkers who planted its roots. Since it never emerged as a single codified movement, we need to glimpse through the lives of remarkable individuals who shaped its essence. Over centuries, they preserved ancient knowledge, challenged oppressive traditions, and encouraged one another to think differently. From early Renaissance scholars who rescued lost manuscripts to Enlightenment philosophers who dared to challenge religious explanations of natural disasters, humanists brought forth a vision of humanity guided by shared ethical values. By exploring their stories, we discover how humanism grew steadily and adapted to changing worlds. Each figure we encounter will show us one important truth: humans can build a better future through reflection, respect, and open-minded curiosity.
Chapter 2: Uncovering Ancient Wisdom’s Hidden Sparks: Petrarch and Boccaccio’s Daring Literary Adventures.
In the fourteenth century, two Italian pioneers bravely defied family expectations and chose books over business. Francesco Petrarca, known as Petrarch, and Giovanni Boccaccio dared to turn away from their fathers’ conventional professions as notaries and merchants. At a time when people often neglected old scrolls and dusty volumes, these young rebels sought to uncover the marvels of ancient literature. They were convinced that the hidden treasures of Greece and Rome—works of poetry, philosophy, and drama—could help humans understand their inner nature. Petrarch and Boccaccio’s restless desire to learn was not just about admiring the classics; it was about reigniting a human-centered way of thinking. From their stubborn refusal to follow prescribed careers sprang a movement that would shape the cultural awakening we now call Renaissance humanism.
Petrarch, born in 1304, became obsessed with retrieving rare manuscripts. He sent friends traveling across Europe with wish lists, hoping they would stumble upon valuable texts forgotten in dark corners of monasteries. His efforts helped rescue works that might have otherwise been lost forever. By carefully gathering these relics of old civilizations, Petrarch believed he was reconnecting humanity with its intellectual ancestors. His poetic innovation, the Petrarchan sonnet, also influenced countless generations of writers, giving them a structured way to express deeply personal emotions. Through letters and scholarly treatises, he encouraged others to appreciate the beauty and complexity of human thought. His life’s work proved that engaging directly with the wisdom of the past could spark fresh ideas and lift the human spirit.
Boccaccio, born in 1313, was similarly devoted to literature, best known for his masterpiece, The Decameron. Written against the grim backdrop of the Black Death, it tells one hundred tales recounted by a group of young people sheltering away from the plague. In doing so, Boccaccio immortalized human laughter, sorrow, cunning, resilience, and generosity. Rather than seeing people only as sinners or saints, he captured their everyday struggles and desires. His narratives acknowledged that human beings, even in the face of unimaginable tragedy, can find comfort in stories, humor, and community. Just as Petrarch’s scholarly pursuits stitched the past into the present, Boccaccio’s storytelling revealed that humanity’s fullness—its flaws, virtues, and yearnings—could be embraced, understood, and even celebrated.
Because of the literary daring of Petrarch and Boccaccio, later generations would have a solid foundation to build upon. They sparked a culture of preserving, studying, and interpreting old texts to discover timeless lessons. Their work showed others that human life contained infinite layers of meaning worth exploring. By looking beyond rigid religious dogma, these early humanists championed the worth of human reasoning and imagination. Their legacy paved the way for a more curious and compassionate world, nurturing an environment in which future thinkers, artists, and scholars would flourish. Yet, as we journey further, we see that humanism was not limited to male voices. The following era would bring forward at least one extraordinary woman who dared to engage with these lofty ideas on her own terms.
Chapter 3: Defying the Silence: Christine de Pizan’s Courageous Challenge to a Male-Dominated Literary World.
In the early fifteenth century, opportunities for women to participate in scholarly endeavors were rare. While the stirrings of the Renaissance brought more libraries, patrons of the arts, and learned men, the doors remained mostly closed to women. Yet amidst these barriers rose Christine de Pizan, born in 1364, who carved a remarkable path. Educated in both French and Italian, and possibly familiar with Latin as well, Christine stood out from most women of her time. After the tragic deaths of her husband and father, she found herself alone, responsible for her children and mother. Instead of submitting to despair, she picked up a pen. Writing became her lifeline and a form of resistance. In a world skeptical of female intellectual capability, Christine fearlessly asserted her talent.
Christine’s works ranged widely, from moral and political treatises to poetry and allegorical stories. Her most groundbreaking creation was The Book of the City of Ladies. Inspired partly as a response to male-dominated traditions, it assembled stories of women who had contributed magnificently to human culture. Through this literary construction, Christine built an imaginary city where women’s achievements stood proudly, challenging the idea that men were solely responsible for cultural and intellectual advances. This was humanism stretched to include those previously sidelined. By shining a light on the accomplishments of women, Christine broadened the humanist ideal, showing that the love of learning and human dignity was not a male monopoly but a universal potential.
Other learned women of the time also tried to make their voices heard, though often faced discouragement or condescension. Yet Christine’s example opened cracks in the barriers. She insisted that women, too, could converse with ancient writers, reflect on moral questions, contribute to debates, and refine language into art. By doing so, Christine enriched humanism with a new layer of diversity. She reminded the world that all humans—regardless of gender—have something valuable to offer. The humanist spirit is about nurturing every mind and every perspective, not merely those born into privilege or recognized institutions.
Christine de Pizan’s legacy lives on as a quiet yet powerful sign that humanism can evolve to include more voices. If Petrarch and Boccaccio showed us how to love learning, Christine showed us that this love can and must embrace everyone. Her story encourages modern readers to notice when certain groups are being excluded and to champion inclusivity. By acknowledging Christine’s contributions, we understand that humanism is not static. It changes shape as society grows more aware of its biases. From the Renaissance onward, the humanist movement would continue to spread beyond Italy’s borders. It would mingle with Northern European traditions and witness the rise of thinkers who emphasized compassion and moral behavior. The next figure we meet personifies humanism’s growing insistence on empathy and kindness.
Chapter 4: Embracing Gentle Reason and Warm Hearts: Erasmus’s Pursuit of a Kinder, Wiser Human Nature.
In the late fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, one voice emerged that became nearly synonymous with European humanism: Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam (1466–1536). A gifted scholar who grew up in a world of harsh discipline and routine punishments in school, Erasmus came to despise cruelty. He yearned for a gentler education—one that respected the student’s mind rather than breaking their spirit. In his eyes, human nature was shaped to foster understanding, love, and laughter. He viewed humans as social creatures, equipped with eyes to express feelings and arms to embrace others. To him, our physical form offered clues that we are intended to live kindly, without unnecessary brutality. This was humanism as a moral compass, guiding us toward nurturing connections rather than dominance.
Erasmus wrote widely, blending scholarship and wit. He created dialogues, religious treatises, translations, and collections of ancient sayings. He knew Latin intimately, handled Greek sources deftly, and aimed to return to original texts rather than rely on secondhand interpretations. His advocacy for reading primary sources in their original languages was groundbreaking. Erasmus admired intellectual diversity, urging thinkers to exchange ideas, question assumptions, and become well-rounded individuals. It was no coincidence that centuries later, a European exchange program encouraging students to study abroad and experience different cultures would be named Erasmus. His dedication to open-minded inquiry and international collaboration made him a symbol for crossing boundaries of nationality and dogma to reach a shared human understanding.
In a time when religious disputes often led to violence, Erasmus dared to believe that reconciliation was possible. He did not deny the existence of evil, but he hoped kindness, learning, and reason could act as counterforces. He insisted that human empathy was the key to unlocking better societies. While he believed in God, Erasmus’s writings focused on what humans could do to improve their own moral condition. He wanted people to engage with their intellect, challenge oppressive authorities, and broaden their horizons. In this way, he prepared the ground for later thinkers who would also celebrate human capabilities, sometimes placing them even above divine intervention.
Erasmus’s influence spread far, inspiring others to appreciate the fusion of knowledge and moral purpose. Along with him, another figure would soon adapt this intellectual inheritance into a more introspective form. Michel de Montaigne, a French philosopher, would take humanist curiosity in new directions, insisting on self-examination and skepticism. By transitioning from Erasmus to Montaigne, we witness how humanism can become personal and flexible, enabling individuals to reflect deeply on their own minds, their societies, and their values. As we turn to Montaigne, we continue along the winding path of humanism’s evolution, where reading the world critically and kindly remains at the heart of the journey.
Chapter 5: Questioning All and Holding None Sacred: Montaigne’s Gentle Essays of Self-Exploration and Change.
Michel de Montaigne (1533–1592) approached humanism like a curious traveler entering a vast library of ideas, leafing through volumes without any strict agenda. Unlike more systematic scholars, Montaigne wrote personal essays that wandered through questions about life, morality, and human behavior. He introduced a mode of thinking that allowed for uncertainty and continuous reevaluation. While he respected religious belief, he chose not to write on theological matters, directing his focus instead to human experiences—friendship, happiness, fear, love, and doubt. Montaigne believed that by observing himself, he could understand humanity better. This approach was revolutionary. It suggested that each individual held a world of insights and that learning about oneself was as valuable as studying any grand theory or ancient text.
Montaigne’s France was riddled with religious conflicts and cruelty. People were burned at the stake, wars were waged in God’s name, and brutalities were excused by appeals to divine authority. Montaigne found this horrifying. He preferred tolerance, understanding, and a recognition that humans often do not know nearly as much as they think they do. His essays, which meander from topic to topic, taught readers that complexity and uncertainty are not weaknesses. Instead, they are natural features of being human. Montaigne encouraged an honest, compassionate curiosity about ourselves and others. By showing readers that it was acceptable to ask questions and reassess opinions, Montaigne advanced humanism from a pursuit of knowledge to a practice of humble self-awareness.
It is Montaigne’s deep honesty and openness that would later inspire writers who wished to break away from rigid thinking. In his work, the personal essay emerged as a literary form. His essays were like mirrors, enabling readers to reflect upon their own lives. He examined what it meant to be human—imperfect, searching, and full of potential. While he never completely abandoned the idea of God, he shifted focus, suggesting that the human condition itself provided endless material for contemplation. This subtle shift marked a new era of humanism, where human perspectives, rather than divine revelations, guided moral insights.
Montaigne’s embrace of uncertainty and personal exploration widened humanism’s scope. Now it was not only about rediscovering ancient texts or praising the human form; it was also about understanding our own thoughts, biases, and behaviors. From Montaigne’s legacy emerged a more elastic humanism, one that allowed individuals to find their path through introspection. Yet even as humanism matured, the world kept shaking with events that demanded moral responses. In the eighteenth century, a catastrophic earthquake would test human faith, fuel philosophical debates, and inspire one of humanism’s sharpest critics of blind optimism: Voltaire. By examining how thinkers handled tragedy, we see how humanism adapted, developing tools to confront the hardest challenges and moral dilemmas of the human condition.
Chapter 6: Shaken by the Earth and Awakened by Doubt: Voltaire’s Fierce Critique of Easy Optimism.
On November 1, 1755, a massive earthquake struck Lisbon, Portugal, unleashing devastation and horror. Thousands perished, many while attending church services. The catastrophe did not end with the quake; a tsunami followed, compounding the tragedy. Europeans struggled to understand how such suffering could fit into the belief that God made the best possible world. If that were true, asked skeptics, why so much grief and destruction? Voltaire (1694–1778) took aim at the empty comfort of claiming that everything served a grand, divine plan. His satirical novella Candide lampooned the cheerful philosophy that all is for the best. The earthquake became a symbol, shaking not only buildings but also the foundations of religious and philosophical assumptions.
In Candide, Voltaire pits the innocent protagonist against a series of disasters and misfortunes. Initially taught that the world was perfect because God willed it so, Candide gradually realizes this perspective denies humans any power to improve their situation. By making a mockery of blind optimism, Voltaire called attention to human responsibility and capacity for change. Why accept cruelty and calamity as unavoidable when we can strive for better social arrangements, improved safety measures, and stronger empathy? For Voltaire, humanism meant not passively enduring hardship but applying reason, science, and compassion to mitigate suffering. Earthquakes might be inevitable natural events, but human responses—through building sturdier structures or organizing relief—are under our control.
Voltaire’s era overlapped with the Enlightenment, a time when reason, scientific inquiry, and secular ethics flourished. Humanism, during the Enlightenment, took on a character that valued empirical evidence and expanded moral sympathies. While some Enlightenment thinkers still believed in a distant God who set the universe in motion, many became increasingly comfortable with the idea that human beings could shape their own moral landscape. The Lisbon earthquake and Voltaire’s reaction underscored that believing everything was preordained offered no incentive to improve the world. Instead, acknowledging human agency and empathy gave people a reason to seek progress and to care for one another.
This was a crucial shift for humanism. No longer was it enough to rediscover ancient wisdom or reflect quietly on our inner lives. Now, humanism demanded action—cultivating a better garden, as Candide famously concludes. Instead of justifying suffering by pointing to unknown divine plans, Enlightenment humanists embraced critical thinking and moral responsibility. By doing so, they deepened the humanist tradition, linking it to emerging ideas in science, education, and politics. The conversation was no longer limited to scholars; it spread into public debate, salons, and the lives of ordinary citizens. Yet even as humanism progressed, the twentieth century would bring darker storms in the form of aggressive anti-humanist regimes, testing humanists’ resolve like never before.
Chapter 7: Enlightenment Lights and Shadows: Expanding Empathy, Raising Questions, and Welcoming Dissent.
The Enlightenment era (roughly the late seventeenth to the early nineteenth century) witnessed an explosion of intellectual energy. Across Europe, thinkers like Diderot, Locke, and Kant challenged rigid authorities, encouraging people to think for themselves. Humanists of this era believed in spreading knowledge, supporting scientific investigation, and embracing freedom of speech. Libraries swelled with texts, and universities became grounds for vigorous debate. The idea emerged that political and social progress depended on recognizing every human’s intrinsic worth, curiosity, and moral potential. Still, the Enlightenment was not perfect. While celebrating reason, some Enlightenment figures downplayed cultural differences, and not everyone enjoyed equal access to new knowledge. Humanism had grown, but it had not yet fully overcome the barriers of race, class, gender, and region.
Nevertheless, the Enlightenment’s humanism laid a firmer foundation for challenging old hierarchies. More voices began demanding liberty and equality, inspired by the conviction that rational humans could govern themselves without the need for a monarch’s divine right. Philosophers debated whether moral laws could arise naturally from human empathy, rather than from sacred scriptures. The spreading acceptance of religious tolerance, the promotion of universal education, and the faith in human capacity to learn from mistakes all expanded the horizons of humanist thought. Individuals were encouraged to move beyond local boundaries—intellectually, culturally, and geographically— fostering the idea that mixing and mingling among different peoples could enrich everyone’s lives.
During this period, humanism also absorbed new scientific discoveries that challenged old worldviews. Copernicus and Galileo had reshaped the cosmos. Newton’s laws explained motion, and thinkers saw human reason as a powerful tool to understand nature. While some clung to a deity who set everything in motion, others edged toward a view that humans themselves could forge meaning. Yet, as inspiring as these expansions were, not all Enlightenment ideas prevented future atrocities. Widespread slavery, colonial violence, and ongoing prejudices revealed that knowledge alone could not guarantee moral action. Humanism had to confront the reality that human beings, even when educated, could commit horrors against others.
This tension between high ideals and grim realities set the stage for modern challenges. Eventually, in the twentieth century, the rise of fascist regimes brutally exposed the fragility of humanist values. Dictators used propaganda and terror to rewrite national narratives, erasing humanist traditions. As humankind faced totalitarian horrors, thinkers had to ask: Were Erasmus and Montaigne too gentle? Did they underestimate humanity’s capacity for evil? How could humanism respond to violent ideologies that sought to crush open-minded inquiry and empathy? These urgent questions needed answers. We now turn to one such response: Thomas Mann, a writer who put his intellectual and moral weight behind humanist ideals, even as he fled the roar of fascist intolerance.
Chapter 8: Standing Against Tyranny’s Roar: Thomas Mann’s Humanist Voice Under Fascist Shadows.
Thomas Mann (1875–1955) was a Nobel Prize-winning German author who inherited centuries of humanist thought. He initially believed that artists should stay out of politics and focus on their creative work. But as fascism rose in Germany, Mann watched with alarm as dictators suppressed humanist education, banned books, and enforced rigid conformity. Here was a direct assault on everything humanism stood for. Gone were open debates, banned were independent universities, and discouraged were critical inquiries into the human condition. Mann realized that silence in the face of tyranny was complicity. Humanism, which treasured dignity, knowledge, and moral consideration, had to speak up against totalitarian brutality.
Forced to flee his homeland, Mann relocated first to Switzerland and later to the United States. During his exile, he wrote novels like Dr. Faustus, reinterpreting German cultural traditions and warning against the allure of violent ideologies. He used radio broadcasts to reach Germans back home, urging them to see the deception and cruelty of the Nazis. Mann argued that human beings must not surrender their capacity for empathy and reason to monstrous leaders. In doing so, he showed that humanism could be a forceful voice against injustice. It was not an ivory-tower philosophy; it was a stance on how to treat each other, how to think freely, and how to refuse blind obedience.
After World War II, Mann faced new frustrations, including McCarthyism in the United States. He saw that suspicion, fear, and political witch-hunts were not limited to a single country or era. Anti-humanist impulses could flare up wherever people failed to respect human diversity and free inquiry. The humanist tradition now had to contend with modern propaganda, advanced weaponry, and mass media manipulation. This challenged humanists to adapt yet again, seeking new ways to defend the values of kindness, truth, and creativity. Mann’s experiences underline humanism’s resilience. Even when forced into exile, it endures in the minds and hearts of those who refuse to abandon reason and compassion.
Mann’s legacy reinforced that humanism should not be taken for granted. It must be protected, nurtured, and practiced continually. In the shadow of fascism, humanism survived, proving that compassion and free thought are not easily extinguished. With the war’s end, the world would occasionally swing between hope and despair. Some thinkers lost faith, believing that humanity’s capacity for atrocity overshadowed its achievements. Others, however, insisted on renewing the humanist tradition, drafting manifestos, and forming international alliances of humanists. As centuries had passed since Petrarch and Boccaccio, humanism remained alive—wounded at times, but never defeated. This would lead modern humanists to re-articulate their principles for changing times, seeking to heal divisions and face new challenges.
Chapter 9: Renewing the Humanist Tapestry: Modern Voices, Fresh Challenges, and Our Ongoing Search for Meaning.
Today, humanism still faces old adversaries—rigid intolerance, political manipulation, and zealotry—alongside modern dilemmas involving technology, climate crisis, and global inequality. Yet, humanism’s central message persists: humans possess the ability to reflect, learn, empathize, and create better worlds. After centuries of development, humanism stands not as a single fixed doctrine, but as an adaptable approach to life. It encourages understanding history’s lessons, celebrating scientific progress, cherishing the arts, and supporting moral frameworks based on compassion rather than dogma. In our current era, we see humanist organizations refining manifestos that stress ethics and well-being, urging people to value diversity, cultural exchange, and shared humanity.
Despite setbacks, new generations revive and reshape humanist traditions. The Humanist Manifesto, updated in 2022 by Humanists International, emphasizes kindness, cultural respect, and reasoned dialogue over superstition or authoritarian demands. This modern humanism calls for protecting human rights, fostering a thoughtful education, and resisting any push to reduce people to stereotypes or pawns of ideology. It seeks a future where moral values emerge from human needs and relationships rather than imposed texts. Humanists continue to say: We must trust ourselves, engage each other honestly, and find meaning in our shared struggles and joys.
Modern humanism also takes up the cause of fairness, equality, and sustainability. It recognizes that we cannot thrive if we ignore our planet’s fragility or the suffering of marginalized groups. Instead of believing in a preset cosmic plan, humanists argue that we must build our ethical scaffolding from experience, dialogue, and empathy. We can learn from past figures—Petrarch’s reverence for old knowledge, Christine de Pizan’s bold inclusion of women’s voices, Erasmus’s plea for kindness, Montaigne’s reflections, Voltaire’s insistence on human responsibility, and Mann’s courageous stand. They teach us how to adapt humanism to changing conditions and pressing issues.
As long as humans exist, humanism’s conversation continues. It neither claims perfection nor an easy route forward. Instead, it welcomes questions and fresh perspectives, refining itself as new challenges arise. It reaches out to young thinkers, inviting them to treasure their capacity for rational thought and compassionate action. In a world that often feels uncertain, humanism offers a compass pointing toward understanding, shared purpose, and mutual respect. The voices of the past serve as companions, not distant idols. And today, we stand as heirs to this intellectual and moral tradition, ready to explore, question, and improve. Humanism remains an evolving endeavor, reminding us that we hold in our hands the power to shape more humanly possible futures.
All about the Book
Explore the essence of what it means to be human in ‘Humanly Possible’ by Sarah Bakewell. This insightful book examines humanity, potential, and the extraordinary capabilities within us, igniting inspiration for personal growth and understanding.
Sarah Bakewell, a renowned author and philosopher, captivates readers with her engaging explorations of human experience, blending history and philosophy to inspire thoughtful reflection and personal insight.
Philosophers, Psychologists, Educators, Writers, Mental Health Professionals
Reading, Philosophy Discussions, Writing, Poetry, Art Appreciation
Understanding human potential, Exploring personal identity, Philosophical inquiry into existence, Promoting mental and emotional wellbeing
To be human is to be a work in progress.
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Kirkus Prize for Non-Fiction, The Whitbread Biography Award, Guardian First Book Award
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