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Kluge: The Haphazard Evolution Of The Human Mind
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How Is It That We Can Recognize Photos From Our High School Yearbook Decades Later, But Cannot Remember What We Ate For Breakfast Yesterday? And Why Are We Inclined To Buy More Cans Of Soup If The Sign Says Limit 12 Per Customer Rather Than Limit 4 Per Customer? In Kluge, Gary Marcus Argues Convincingly That Our Minds Are Not As Elegantly Designed As We May Believe. The Imperfections Result From A Haphazard Evolutionary Process That Often Proceeds By Piling New Systems On Top Of Old Onesand Those Systems Dont Always Work Well Together. The End Product Is A Kluge, A Clumsy, Cobbledtogether Contraption. Taking Us On A Tour Of The Essential Areas Of Human Experiencememory, Belief, Decision Making, Language, And Happinessmarcus Unveils A Fundamentally New Way Of Looking At The Evolution Of The Human Mind And Simultaneously Sheds Light On Some Of The Most Mysterious Aspects Of Human Nature.
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- Q: What is the title of the book? A: The title of the book is 'Kluge: The Haphazard Evolution of the Human Mind'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is Gary Marcus.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point two inches in length, zero point fifty-seven inches in width, and seven point ninety-one inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred twenty-four pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What category does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the 'Book Design' category.
- Q: How do I approach reading this book? A: You can read this book as a thought-provoking exploration of the human mind's evolution.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners interested in psychology and cognitive science.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes like memory, belief, decision making, language, and happiness.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for studies? A: Yes, this book can be used as a reference for studies in psychology and cognitive science.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain its condition.
- Q: Is this book safe for young readers? A: Yes, the book is generally safe for young readers interested in psychology.
- Q: How do I care for this book? A: Keep the book away from moisture and avoid bending the spine when reading to care for it.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for a return or exchange.
- Q: Can I gift this book to someone? A: Yes, this book makes a great gift for anyone interested in understanding the human mind.