Description
Drawing on neuroscience, evolutionary biology, psychology, and cultural history, this accessible exploration reveals how emotions shape perception, decision-making, relationships, and action. Leonard Mlodinow shows that feelings are not the opposite of reason but essential partners in thought—rapidly synthesizing information that conscious analysis alone may struggle to process. From the ancient biological roots of emotion to the diverse ways cultures name and express complex feelings, the book illuminates both the power and potential pitfalls of our emotional lives. Engaging research, vivid stories, and practical reflections offer readers a clearer understanding of their inner world and the role emotion plays in everyday choices.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2022
265 pages
ISBN: 9780241391556
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First Published
2022
Language
eng
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