Description
Why do people in Western societies think, judge, and reason in ways that can feel strikingly different from the rest of the world? Drawing on evidence from psychology, anthropology, and economics, this book argues that the “WEIRD” mindset—developed through specific historical and cultural pathways—shaped how Westerners interpret fairness, authority, and social behavior, with consequences for both prosperity and misunderstanding. Through a high-level tour of research and real-world examples, the authors trace how institutions, education, and social learning helped produce a distinctive psychological profile. Equal parts investigation and provocation, the work challenges readers to question the assumptions behind “normal” human behavior and to see how culture can quietly steer the mind.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
440 pages
ISBN: 9781846147975
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First Published
2020
Language
eng
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