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How the Mind Works

by Steven Pinker

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In this book, Steven Pinker explains what the mind is, how it evolved, and how it allows us to see, think, feel, laugh, interact, enjoy the arts, and ponder the mysteries of life. How the Mind Works explains many of the imponderables of everyday life. Why does a face look more attractive with makeup? How do "Magic-Eye" 3-D stereograms work? Why do we feel that a run of heads makes the coin more likely to land tails? Why is the thought of eating worms disgusting? Why do men challenge each other to duels and murder their ex-wives? Why are children bratty? Why do fools fall in love? Why are we soothed by paintings and music? And why do puzzles like the self, free will, and consciousness leave us dizzy?

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Author: Steven Pinker (all their books in stock)
Genre: Self-Help, Health, Fitness & Dieting
Format: Paperback
Published: 1998
Pages: 660
Publisher: Alan Lane
ISBN: 9780713992403

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