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This Is Your Brain on Parasites: How Tiny Creatures Manipulate Our Behavior and Shape Society,Used
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A riveting investigation of the myriad ways that parasites control how other creaturesincluding humansthink, feel, and act.These tiny organisms can only live inside another animal, and as McAuliffe reveals, they have many evolutionary motives for manipulating their hosts behavior. Far more often than appreciated, these puppeteers orchestrate the interplay between predator and prey. With astonishing precision, parasites can coax rats to approach cats, spiders to transform the patterns of their webs, and fish to draw the attention of birds that then swoop down to feast on them.We humans are hardly immune to the profound influence of parasites. Organisms we pick up from our own pets are strongly suspected of changing our personality traits and contributing to recklessness, impulsivityeven suicide. Microbes in our gut affect our emotions and the very wiring of our brains. Germs that cause colds and flu may alter our behavior even before symptoms become apparent.Parasites influence our species on the cultural level too. As McAuliffe documents, a subconscious fear of contagion impacts virtually every aspect of our lives, from our sexual attractions and social circles to our morals and political views. Drawing on a huge body of research, she argues that our dread of contamination is an evolved defense against parasitesand a doubleedged sword. The horror and revulsion we feel when we come in contact with people who appear diseased or dirty helped pave the way for civilization, but may also be the basis for major divisions in societies that persist to this day.In the tradition of Jared Diamonds Guns, Germs and Steel and Neil Shubins Your Inner Fish, This Is Your Brain on Parasites is both a journey into cuttingedge science and a revelatory examination of what it means to be human.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'This Is Your Brain on Parasites'? A: The book explores how parasites manipulate the behavior of various creatures, including humans, and their profound influence on our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'This Is Your Brain on Parasites'? A: The author of the book is Kathleen McAuliffe.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'This Is Your Brain on Parasites' have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'This Is Your Brain on Parasites'? A: The book was published on June 7, 2016.
- Q: What are some of the themes discussed in the book? A: The book discusses themes such as the evolutionary motivations behind parasite manipulation, the impact of parasites on human behavior, and the societal implications of our fear of contagion.
- Q: Is there a specific category this book falls under? A: Yes, the book falls under the category of Schizophrenia.
- Q: What kind of research does the author draw upon in the book? A: Kathleen McAuliffe draws upon a large body of scientific research to support her arguments about the influence of parasites.
- Q: Can this book help me understand the relationship between parasites and human behavior? A: Yes, the book provides insights into how parasites can affect personality traits and behaviors, contributing to a deeper understanding of human psychology.
- Q: What makes 'This Is Your Brain on Parasites' a unique read? A: The book combines cutting-edge science with an exploration of human behavior, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in biology, psychology, and societal issues.