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The Geography of Thought: How Asians and Westerners Think Differently...and Why,New
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A landmark book (Robert J. Sternberg, president of the American Psychological Association) by one of the world's preeminent psychologists that proves human behavior is not hardwired but a function of culture.Everyone knows that while different cultures think about the world differently, they use the same equipment for doing their thinking. But what if everyone is wrong?The Geography of Thought documents Richard Nisbett's groundbreaking international research in cultural psychology and shows that people actually think aboutand even seethe world differently because of differing ecologies, social structures, philosophies, and educational systems that date back to ancient Greece and China. As a result, East Asian thought is holisticdrawn to the perceptual field as a whole and to relations among objects and events within that field. By contrast, Westerners focus on salient objects or people, use attributes to assign them to categories, and apply rules of formal logic to understand their behavior.From feng shui to metaphysics, from comparative linguistics to economic history, a gulf separates the children of Aristotle from the descendants of Confucius. At a moment in history when the need for crosscultural understanding and collaboration have never been more important, The Geography of Thought offers both a map to that gulf and a blueprint for a bridge that will span it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Geography of Thought'? A: The main theme of 'The Geography of Thought' is the exploration of how cultural differences between East Asians and Westerners influence their thinking processes and perceptions of the world.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Geography of Thought' is authored by Richard Nisbett, Ph.D., a prominent psychologist known for his work in cultural psychology.
- Q: What are some key concepts discussed in the book? A: Key concepts include holistic versus analytical thinking, the impact of cultural heritage on cognition, and how different educational systems shape understanding.
- Q: Is 'The Geography of Thought' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study, especially for those interested in psychology, cultural studies, and social interactions.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: 'The Geography of Thought' contains 288 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Geography of Thought' was published on April 5, 2004.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What type of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in psychology, cultural differences, and social interactions will benefit from this book, including students, educators, and professionals in related fields.
- Q: Does the book provide practical applications of its theories? A: Yes, the book discusses practical implications of its theories, particularly in fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.
- Q: Is there any specific cultural history highlighted in the book? A: Yes, the book highlights the historical differences in thought patterns originating from ancient Greece and China, illustrating the cultural roots of different cognitive styles.