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Imperial Visions — The Rise, Legacy, and Global Impact of Empires Explained | Chapter 11 from Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari How have empires shaped the course of human civilization, not only through conquest, but also by unifying diverse cultures and building the foundations of modern society? In Chapter 11 of Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind , Yuval Noah Harari unpacks the double-edged nature of empires—highlighting both their brutality and their creative, unifying power. Watch the complete video summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for academic guides to every chapter! What Is an Empire? Flexible Borders and Cultural Diversity Harari defines an empire as a political order with flexible borders and a remarkable ability to assimilate, govern, and integrate diverse peoples under a single system. Empires, such as the Roman, Persian, Chinese, Arab, and British, used both military force and shared myths, law, and infrastructure to unite their subjects. Key...