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Accidental Brothers: The Story Of Twins Exchanged At Birth And The Power Of Nature And Nurture
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A Unique Window Into Human Behavior And Development. Steven Pinkerthe Riveting Story Of Two Sets Of Identical Twins Separated At Birth And Improbably Reunited As Adults, A Dream Case For Exploring Nature And Nurture.Accidental Brothers Tells The Unique Story Of Two Sets Of Identical Colombian Twin Brothers Who Discovered At Age 25 That They Were Mistakenly Raised As Fraternal Twinswhen They Were Not Even Biological Brothers. Due To An Oversight That Presumably Occurred In The Hospital Nursery, One Twin In Each Pair Was Switched With A Twin In The Other Pair. The Result Was Two Sets Of Unrelated Fraternal Twinsjorge And Carlos, Who Were Raised In The Lively City Of Bogot; And William And Wilber, Who Were Raised In The Remote Rural Village Of La Paz, 150 Miles Away. Their Parents And Siblings Were Aware Of The Enormous Physical And Behavioral Differences Between The Members Of Each Set, But Never Doubted That The Two Belonged In Their Biological Families.Everyones Life Unraveled When One Of The Twinswilliamwas Mistaken By A Young Woman For His Real Identical Twin, Jorge. Her Discovery Led To The Truththat The Alleged Twins Were Not Twins At All, But Rather Unrelated Individuals Who Ended Up With The Wrong Families.Blending Great Science And Human Interest, Accidental Brothers By Nancy L. Segal And Yesika S. Montoya Will Inform And Entertain Anyone Interested In How Twin Studies Illuminate The Origins Of Human Behavior, As Well As Motherinfant Identification And The Chance Events That Can Have Profound Consequences On Our Lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Accidental Brothers'? A: 'Accidental Brothers' explores the complexities of nature versus nurture through the true story of two sets of identical twins who were mistakenly raised as fraternal twins after being switched at birth.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Accidental Brothers'? A: The book is authored by Dr. Nancy L. Segal and Yesika S. Montoya, both of whom have expertise in psychology and human behavior.
- Q: What can readers learn from this book? A: Readers can gain insights into human behavior, the impact of upbringing on identity, and the fascinating results of twin studies that reveal the significance of genetic and environmental factors.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Accidental Brothers'? A: 'Accidental Brothers' was published on April 17, 2018.
- Q: How many pages does 'Accidental Brothers' have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book available for purchase? A: The item condition is listed as acceptable, indicating that it may have signs of wear but is still usable.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Accidental Brothers' have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is there a particular audience for this book? A: 'Accidental Brothers' is suitable for anyone interested in psychology, human development, and the study of twins.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Accidental Brothers'? A: The book falls under the category of aging, psychology, and human interest.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for students studying psychology? A: Yes, it provides valuable case studies that can enhance understanding of psychological concepts related to identity and human behavior.