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Why We Lie: The Evolutionary Roots of Deception and the Unconscious Mind,Used
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Deceit, lying, and falsehoods lie at the very heart of our cultural heritage. Even the founding myth of the JudeoChristian tradition, the story of Adam and Eve, revolves around a lie. We have been talking, writing and singing about deception ever since Eve told God, 'The serpent deceived me, and I ate.' Our seemingly insatiable appetite for stories of deception spans the extremes of culture from King Lear to Little Red Riding Hood, retaining a grip on our imaginations despite endless repetition. These tales of deception are so enthralling because they speak to something fundamental in the human condition. The everpresent possibility of deceit is a crucial dimension of all human relationships, even the most central: our relationships with our very own selves.Now, for the first time, philosopher and evolutionary psychologist David Livingstone Smith elucidates the essential role that deception and selfdeception have played in humanand animalevolution and shows that the very structure of our minds has been shaped from our earliest beginnings by the need to deceive. Smith shows us that by examining the stories we tell, the falsehoods we weave, and the unconscious signals we send out, we can learn much about ourselves and how our minds work.Readers of Richard Dawkins and Steven Pinker will find much to intrigue them in this fascinating book, which declares that our extraordinary ability to deceive othersand even our own selves'lies' at the heart of our humanity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Why We Lie'? A: The main theme of 'Why We Lie' revolves around the evolutionary roots of deception and self-deception, exploring how these behaviors have shaped human and animal evolution.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Why We Lie' is David Livingstone Smith, a philosopher and evolutionary psychologist.
- Q: When was 'Why We Lie' published? A: 'Why We Lie' was published on July 1, 2004.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: This book is available in hardcover format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Why We Lie' contains a total of 256 pages.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the First Edition of 'Why We Lie'.
- Q: What type of readers would enjoy this book? A: Readers interested in psychology, philosophy, and the intricacies of human behavior, particularly those who appreciate works by Richard Dawkins and Steven Pinker, will find this book intriguing.
- Q: Does the book discuss historical examples of deception? A: Yes, 'Why We Lie' discusses various historical examples and cultural narratives that showcase the prevalence of deception throughout human history.
- Q: What insights does the book offer about self-deception? A: The book provides insights into how self-deception plays a crucial role in human relationships and the structure of our minds.
- Q: Can this book help me understand my own behaviors? A: Yes, by examining the stories we tell and the falsehoods we weave, the book encourages readers to reflect on their own behaviors and unconscious signals.