92 pages 3 hours read

Robert M. Sapolsky

Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

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Robert M. Sapolsky's Behave has received acclaim for its comprehensive exploration of human behavior, combining neuroscience, psychology, and anthropology. Reviewers praise Sapolsky's accessible writing and thorough research. Critics, however, note the book's dense content and occasional complexity, which may overwhelm some readers. Overall, it is lauded as an enlightening and thought-provoking read.

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Who Should Read Behave?

Readers who enjoy Behave by Robert M. Sapolsky are intellectually curious individuals fascinated by the intersection of biology, neuroscience, and sociology. Comparable to fans of Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari and The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg, they seek comprehensive insights into human behavior.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Science / Nature
Psychology
Anthropology
Themes
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil
Genre
Anthropology
Psychology
Philosophy