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Kluge: The Haphazard Construction of the Human Mind,New
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Are we noble in reason? Perfect, in Gods image? Far from it, says New York University psychologist Gary Marcus. In this lucid and revealing book, Marcus argues that the mind is not an elegantly designed organ but rather a kluge, a clumsy, cobbledtogether contraption. He unveils a fundamentally new way of looking at the human mind think duct tape, not supercomputer that sheds light on some of the most mysterious aspects of human nature.Taking us on a tour of the fundamental areas of human experience memory, belief, decisionmaking, language, and happiness Marcus reveals the myriad ways our minds fall short. He examines why people often vote against their own interests, why money cant buy happiness, why leaders often stick to bad decisions, and why a sentence like people people left left ties us in knots even though its only four words long.Marcus also offers surprisingly effective ways to outwit our inner kluge, for the betterment of ourselves and society. Throughout, he shows how only evolution haphazard and undirected could have produced the minds we humans have, while making a brilliant case for the power and usefulness of imperfection.
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- Q: What is the main argument of 'Kluge: The Haphazard Construction of the Human Mind'? A: The book argues that the human mind is not a perfectly designed organ but rather a 'kluge' — a clumsy, makeshift construction resulting from evolution, revealing how our cognitive processes can be flawed and often inefficient.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Kluge: The Haphazard Construction of the Human Mind' is Gary Marcus, a psychologist from New York University.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in this book? A: Key topics include memory, belief, decision-making, language, and happiness, along with explanations of how these areas often lead to irrational behaviors.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone without a background in psychology? A: Yes, the book is written in a lucid and accessible manner, making it suitable for readers without a psychology background.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Kluge'? A: The book was published on March 18, 2008.
- Q: How many pages does 'Kluge' have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Can this book help improve decision-making skills? A: Yes, Gary Marcus offers insights into how understanding the brain's imperfections can help individuals make better decisions.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the first edition.