Keltner, Dacher

Awe: The Transformative Power of Everyday Wonder

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ISBN 13:
9781802061161
author:
Keltner, Dacher
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
19.8 x 12.9 x 1.9 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction, Psychology, Emotions,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 7 working days
£11.95

Description

Awe: The Transformative Power of Everyday Wonder by Dacher Keltner Awe is an elusive emotion that can be difficult to put into words. It's the feeling we get when we encounter vast mysteries that transcend our understanding of the world. For a long time, scientists were studying emotions like fear and disgust, but recent research has shown that awe plays a crucial role in our social lives. It's the spark that ignites our capacity to cooperate, form communities, and create culture that strengthens our sense of shared identity. In this groundbreaking book, Dacher Keltner, a leading expert on the science of emotions, explores the history, science, and understanding of awe. He reveals new research into how awe transforms our brains and bodies, and examines awe across history, culture, and his own life. By understanding the power of awe, we can appreciate what is most humane in our human nature and transform our lives and our world. Through his deeply personal inquiry, Keltner shows how awe can lead us to a deeper sense of wonder and appreciation for the world around us. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the science of emotions and the human experience.

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