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The instant New York Times bestsellerExcellentOutstanding for its breadth of research, the liveliness of the writing, and the depth of humanity it conveys. Wall Street JournalOne of our great behavioral scientists, the bestselling author of Behave, plumbs the depths of the science and philosophy of decisionmaking to mount a devastating case against free will, an argument with profound consequencesRobert Sapolskys Behave, his now classic account of why humans do good and why they do bad, pointed toward an unsettling conclusion: We may not grasp the precise marriage of nature and nurture that creates the physics and chemistry at the base of human behavior, but that doesnt mean it doesnt exist. Now, in Determined, Sapolsky takes his argument all the way, mounting a brilliant (and in his inimitable way, delightful) fullfrontal assault on the pleasant fantasy that there is some separate self telling our biology what to do.Determined offers a marvelous synthesis of what we know about how consciousness worksthe tight weave between reason and emotion and between stimulus and response in the moment and over a life. One by one, Sapolsky tackles all the major arguments for free will and takes them out, cutting a path through the thickets of chaos and complexity science and quantum physics, as well as touching ground on some of the wilder shores of philosophy. He shows us that the history of medicine is in no small part the history of learning that fewer and fewer things are somebodys fault; for example, for centuries we thought seizures were a sign of demonic possession.Yet, as he acknowledges, its very hard, and at times impossible, to uncouple from our zeal to judge others and to judge ourselves. Sapolsky applies the new understanding of life beyond free will to some of our most essential questions around punishment, morality, and living well together. By the end, Sapolsky argues that while living our daily lives recognizing that we have no free will is going to be monumentally difficult, doing so is not going to result in anarchy, pointlessness, and existential malaise. Instead, it will make for a much more humane world.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has five hundred twenty-eight pages. It's a comprehensive exploration of the science behind free will.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six point four two inches in length, one point six one inches in width, and nine point four nine inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Robert M. Sapolsky. He is a renowned behavioral scientist and a bestselling author.
- Q: What is the main theme of the book? A: The book discusses the scientific and philosophical arguments against the concept of free will. It examines how behavior is influenced by biology and environment.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: Yes, it is suitable for a general audience interested in psychology and science. However, the concepts may be complex for younger readers.
- Q: Can this book be read as a textbook? A: Yes, it can be utilized as a textbook for courses in psychology, biology, or philosophy. It provides a well-researched foundation on the topic.
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- Q: Can I gift this book? A: Yes, this book makes a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in science, philosophy, or psychology. It's a bestselling title that appeals to many.
- Q: What sets this book apart from others in its genre? A: This book is distinguished by its in-depth research and engaging writing style. It provides a unique perspective on free will and human behavior.
- Q: Does this book contain any illustrations? A: No, this book does not contain illustrations. It focuses on text and research findings to convey its arguments.