Title:
The elephant in the brain : hidden motives in everyday life
Author:
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Publication Date:
2018
Publication Information:
New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2018]
Physical Description:
x, 397 pages ; 25 cm
ISBN:
9780190495992
Abstract:
Exposes our unconscious selfish motives, those we're reluctant to discuss or even think about. These motives drive our body language, laughter, and conversation, as well as venerated institutions like art, school, charity, medicine, politics, and religion.
Contents:
Why we hide our motives. Animal behavior ; Competition ; Norms ; Cheating ; Self-deception ; Counterfeit reasons -- Hidden motives in everyday life. Body language ; Laughter ; Conversation ; Consumption ; Art ; Charity ; Education ; Medicine ; Religion ; Politics ; Conclusion.
Language:
English
