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Places Of The Heart: The Psychogeography Of Everyday Life
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Library Of Science Book Club Selectiondiscover Magazine What To Read Selectiona Really Great Book. Ira Flatow, Science Fridayone Of The Finest Science Writers Ive Ever Read. Los Angeles Timesellard Has A Knack For Distilling Obscure Scientific Theories Into Practical Wisdom. New York Times Book Review[Ellard] Mak[Es] Even The Most Mundane Entomological Experiment Or Exegesis Of Psychological Geekspeak Feel Fresh And Fascinating. Nprcolin Ellard Is One Of The Worlds Foremost Thinkers On The Neuroscience Of Urban Design. Here He Offers An Entirely New Way To Understand Our Citiesand Ourselves. Charles Montgomery, Author Of Happy City: Transforming Our Lives Through Urban Designour Surroundings Can Powerfully Affect Our Thoughts, Emotions, And Physical Responses, Whether Were Awed By The Grand Canyon Or Hagia Sophia, Panicked In A Crowded Room, Soothed By A Walk In The Park, Or Tempted In Casinos And Shopping Malls. In Places Of The Heart, Colin Ellard Explores How Our Homes, Workplaces, Cities, And Natureplaces We Escape To And Cant Escape Fromhave Influenced Us Throughout History, And How Our Brains And Bodies Respond To Different Types Of Real And Virtual Space. As He Describes The Insight He And Other Scientists Have Gained From New Technologies, He Assesses The Influence These Technologies Will Have On Our Evolving Environment And Asks What Kind Of World We Are, And Should Be, Creating.Colin Ellard Is The Author Of You Are Here: Why We Can Find Our Way To The Moon, But Get Lost In The Mall. A Cognitive Neuroscientist At The University Of Waterloo And Director Of Its Urban Realities Laboratory, He Lives In Kitchener, Ontario.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Places of the Heart'? A: 'Places of the Heart' explores how our surroundings affect our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, examining the relationship between urban design, neuroscience, and our experiences in different environments.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Places of the Heart' is Colin Ellard, a cognitive neuroscientist and director of the Urban Realities Laboratory at the University of Waterloo.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Places of the Heart' is available in paperback binding, making it a convenient option for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Places of the Heart' have? A: The book consists of 256 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes.
- Q: When was 'Places of the Heart' published? A: 'Places of the Heart' was published on September 15, 2015.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Places of the Heart' falls under the category of Applied Psychology, bridging science and everyday life experiences.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in urban design? A: Yes, 'Places of the Heart' offers valuable insights for anyone interested in urban design, as it discusses the neuroscience behind how we interact with our environments.
- Q: What qualifications does Colin Ellard have? A: Colin Ellard is a cognitive neuroscientist with extensive experience in urban design, making him a credible author on the subject.
- Q: Are there any notable endorsements for this book? A: Yes, 'Places of the Heart' has received positive endorsements from notable figures, including IRA FLATOW from Science Friday and the Los Angeles Times.
- Q: Can this book help me understand my own responses to different spaces? A: 'Places of the Heart' provides insights into how various environments influence our thoughts and feelings, helping readers better understand their own responses to different spaces.