Pennebaker, James W.
The Secret Life of Pronouns: What Our Words Say about Us
- ISBN 13:
- 9781608194964
- author:
- Pennebaker, James W.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 14.1 x 2.3 cm
- Genre:
- Reference, Language, Communication, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Secret Life of Pronouns: What Our Words Say About Us In this groundbreaking book, social psychologist James W. Pennebaker reveals the surprising secrets hidden in our language. By analyzing the patterns of words we use, he shows how our language can reveal our feelings, self-concept, and social intelligence. From the most everyday words to those that are often overlooked, Pennebaker's innovative techniques uncover fascinating insights into human nature. For example, the words we choose to use in our writing can be revealing of our abilities and potential. And, surprisingly, the way we use pronouns can even predict our behavior in certain situations. This book takes a fresh look at the power of language and how it can be used to understand ourselves and others.
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