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The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources Of Love, Character, And Achievement,New
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With Unequaled Insight And Brio, David Brooks, The New York Times Columnist And Bestselling Author Of Bobos In Paradise, Has Long Explored And Explained The Way We Live. Now, With The Intellectual Curiosity And Emotional Wisdom That Make His Columns Among The Most Read In The Nation, Brooks Turns To The Building Blocks Of Human Flourishing In A Multilayered, Profoundly Illuminating Work Grounded In Everyday Life.This Is The Story Of How Success Happens. It Is Told Through The Lives Of One Composite American Couple, Harold And Ericahow They Grow, Push Forward, Are Pulled Back, Fail, And Succeed. Distilling A Vast Array Of Information Into These Two Vividly Realized Characters, Brooks Illustrates A Fundamental New Understanding Of Human Nature. A Scientific Revolution Has Occurredwe Have Learned More About The Human Brain In The Last Thirty Years Than We Had In The Previous Three Thousand. The Unconscious Mind, It Turns Out, Is Most Of The Mindnot A Dark, Vestigial Place But A Creative And Enchanted One, Where Most Of The Brains Work Gets Done. This Is The Realm Of Emotions, Intuitions, Biases, Longings, Genetic Predispositions, Personality Traits, And Social Norms: The Realm Where Character Is Formed And Where Our Most Important Life Decisions Are Made. The Natural Habitat Of The Social Animal.Drawing On A Wealth Of Current Research From Numerous Disciplines, Brooks Takes Harold And Erica From Infancy To School; From The Odyssey Years That Have Come To Define Young Adulthood To The High Walls Of Poverty; From The Nature Of Attachment, Love, And Commitment, To The Nature Of Effective Leadership. He Reveals The Deeply Social Aspect Of Our Very Minds And Exposes The Bias In Modern Culture That Overemphasizes Rationalism, Individualism, And Iq. Along The Way, He Demolishes Conventional Definitions Of Success While Looking Toward A Culture Based On Trust And Humility.The Social Animal Is A Moving And Nuanced Intellectual Adventure, A Story Of Achievement And A Defense Of Progress. Impossible To Put Down, It Is An Essential Book For Our Time, One That Will Have Broad Social Impact And Will Change The Way We See Ourselves And The World.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Social Animal'? A: The main theme of 'The Social Animal' revolves around the building blocks of human flourishing and how success is influenced by our social interactions, emotions, and unconscious mind.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Social Animal'? A: 'The Social Animal' is authored by David Brooks, a New York Times columnist and bestselling author known for his insightful explorations of societal issues.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Social Animal' is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'The Social Animal' published? A: 'The Social Animal' was published on March 8, 2011.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Social Animal'? A: The book contains a total of 448 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Social Animal' suitable for personal transformation? A: Yes, 'The Social Animal' falls under the category of Personal Transformation, as it offers insights into human behavior and the factors contributing to success.
- Q: Does 'The Social Animal' include scientific research? A: Yes, the book draws on a wealth of current research from various disciplines to support its insights about human nature and social dynamics.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'The Social Animal' is offered in new condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: Can you summarize the story in 'The Social Animal'? A: The story follows a composite American couple, Harold and Erica, illustrating their journey through life, highlighting the interplay between social influences and personal success.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in 'The Social Animal'? A: Key topics include the nature of attachment, love, commitment, effective leadership, and the critique of modern culture's emphasis on rationalism and individualism.