The Political Mind : A Cognitive Scientist's Guide to Your Brain and Its Politics

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Understanding the biological basis of politics.

The Political Mind is a fascinating exploration of how our brains shape our political views, and how biology is intertwined with our political beliefs. Lakoff's insights challenge traditional notions of reason and offer a new perspective on the complex world of politics. This book is recommended for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the intersection of science, politics, and philosophy.

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The Political Mind : A Cognitive Scientist's Guide to Your Brain and Its Politics

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ISBN: 9780143115687
Authors: George Lakoff
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2009-06-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Philosophy, History, Science, Sociology, Politics
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A groundbreaking scientific examination of the way our brains understand politics from a New York Times bestselling authorOne of the world 's best-known linguists and cognitive scientists, George Lakoff has a knack for making science make sense for general readers. In his new book, Lakoff spells out what cognitive science has discovered about reason, and reveals that human reason is far more interesting than we thought it was. Reason is physical, mostly unconscious, metaphorical, emotion-laden, and tied to empathy-and there are biological explanations behind our moral and political thought processes. His call for a New Enlightenment is a bold and striking challenge to the cherished beliefs not only of philosophers, but of pundits, pollsters, and political leaders. The Political Mind is a passionate, erudite, and groundbreaking book that will appeal to anyone interested in how the mind works and how we function socially and politically.
 

Understanding the biological basis of politics.

The Political Mind is a fascinating exploration of how our brains shape our political views, and how biology is intertwined with our political beliefs. Lakoff's insights challenge traditional notions of reason and offer a new perspective on the complex world of politics. This book is recommended for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the intersection of science, politics, and philosophy.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.