Determined: The Science of Life Without Free Will by Robert M. Sapolsky (English

Description: Determined by Robert M. Sapolsky The legendary author of Behave shows that free will can not exist and explores the radical and disturbing implicationsWhat if free will is an illusion? In Determined one of the worlds greatest scientists of human behaviour overturns one of our most powerful beliefs - that we are the authors of our own actions - and sets out the disturbing yet liberating implications of accepting this fact.As Robert Sapolsky shows, everything we think and do is caused by the luck of our biology and the influence of our environment, and ultimately both are beyond our control. In a world without free will, we must completely rethink what we mean by choice, responsibility, morality and justice. Sapolskys extraordinary book does exactly this, guiding us toward a profoundly fairer, more humane way of living together. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Robert M. Sapolsky is a professor of biology and neurology at Stanford University and the recipient of a MacArthur Foundation Genius Grant. His previous books includes the international bestseller Behave- The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst, The Trouble with Testosterone, Why Zebras Dont Get Ulcers and A Primates Memoir. Review A bravura performance, well worth reading for the pleasure of Sapolskys deeply informed company … he makes a moving case that [our lack of freedom is] a reason to live with profound forgiveness and understanding … absorbing and compassionate -- Oliver Burkeman * Observer *Excellent . . . Outstanding for its breadth of research, the liveliness of the writing, and the depth of humanity it conveys * Wall Street Journal *[A] highly entertaining account of why … we should and must overcome the infuriating conspiracy of mind that insists we are the authors of our actions. Anyone who believes otherwise needs to read it -- Philip Ball * Times Literary Supplement *Wonderfully readable ... humorous and warm and humane -- Justin Webb * Today (BBC Radio 4) *[A] witty, erudite, imaginative and deeply humane new book… [The] case that Sapolsky makes for a transition from a criminal-justice system based on blame and retribution…to one founded on blame-free rehabilitation is moving and compelling * Literary Review *Robert Sapolsky explains why the latest developments in neuroscience and psychology explode our conventional idea of Free Will. The books chock-full of complex and often counter-intuitive ideas. Its also a joy to read. Thats because Sapolsky is not only one of the worlds most brilliant scientists, but also an immensely gifted writer who tells this important story with wit and compassion. Its impossible to recommend this book too highly. Reading it could change your life * Laurence Rees *In his usual frank and amusing style, Robert Sapolsky argues that free will is an illusion. His stance is both hard to accept and hard to deny. An utterly fascinating topic with mind-boggling implications for human morality -- Frans de Waal, author of Different: Gender Through the Eyes of a PrimatologistWitty and engaging, Determined is also a goldmine of fascinating information (most of it accessible even to those of us who arent scientifically literate) about neuroscience; philosophy; chaos theory; emergent complexity; quantum indeterminacy; evolving knowledge of the causes of epilepsy, schizophrenia, and autism; and, of course, the impact of nature and nurture on decision-making * Psychology Today *Sapolskys decades of experience studying the effects of the interplay of genes and the environment on behavior shine brightly . . . He provides compelling examples that bad luck compounds . . . convincingly argues against claims that chaos theory, emergent phenomena, or the indeterminism offered by quantum mechanics provide the gap required for free will to exist * Science *Fascinating, provocative and profound. This book tackles all sorts of big issues: how the human brain works, what makes us different, and what underlies everything we do. If Sapolsky is right, we might need to rethink justice and law, and for each of us personally, what it really takes to be happy and successful -- Daniel M. Davis, author of The Secret BodyProvocative … If Sapolskys ideas were widely accepted they would lead to profound societal changes, not least within the criminal justice system * Sunday Times *Fascinating and challenging - though Im not sure if I really had a say in the matter * New Scientist * Details ISBN152992006X Author Robert M. Sapolsky Pages 528 Publisher Vintage Publishing Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781529920062 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-04-18 Imprint Vintage Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 123.5 Audience General UK Release Date 2024-04-18 Language English ISBN-10 152992006X Subtitle The Science of Life Without Free Will Alternative 9781473561410 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161545346;

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