Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast: The Evolutionary Origins of Belief
Wolpert, Lewis
ISBN 10: 0393064492 ISBN 13: 9780393064490
Published by W. W. Norton & Company (edition ), 2007
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A biology professor and author of Malignant Sadness offers a scientific analysis of the nature of belief, examining both its psychological basis and potential evolutionary origins in physical cause and effect, and discusses what science reveals about everyday beliefs that give meaning to experience, religious faith, and paranormal beliefs.
Review: "'Brilliant and persuasive search for the source of our need to believe.' Sunday Times"
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Title: Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast: The ...
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company (edition )
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good