- Bib ID:
- 1805644
- Format:
- Book
- Author:
- Johnston, Victor S
- Description:
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- Reading, Mass. : Perseus Books, c1999
- ix, 210 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
- ISBN:
- 073820109X
- Series:
- Helix books
- Summary:
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"We know that our physical form bears the thumbprint of evolution, but rarely do we stop to consider the effect of natural selection on our conscious feelings - the essence of our humanity. Drawing on a full range of disciplines, from computer science and neurobiology to complexity and evolutionary psychology, Johnston makes the case that feelings evolved - much like any other biological phenomenon - to ensure the survival of our genes."--BOOK JACKET. "We are all preoccupied, to some extent, with how we feel. Victor Johnston explains why we feel at all, and argues that our feelings - both good and bad - are crucial to our survival. In clear and colorful prose, Johnston helps us navigate the intimate relationship between our emotions and our biological survival - and tells us what this means for human creativity, innovation, and, ultimately, free will."--BOOK JACKET.
- Full contents:
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- 1. The Grand Illusion
- 2. The Mother of All Codes
- 3. Searching FaceSpace
- 4. Russian Dolls
- 5. The Omens of Fitness
- 6. The Pathways of Passion
- 7. Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall...
- 8. Legacy or Logic?
- 9. Passions and Illusions.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 195-203) and index.
- Subject:
- Emotions
- Copyright:
-
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- Publication date:
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