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A National Bestseller!
“Read this book to connect with your highest self.” —Susan Cain, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Bittersweet and Quiet
“We need more awe in our lives, and Dacher Keltner has written the definitive book on where to find it.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again
“Awe is awesome in both senses: a superb analysis of an emotion that is strongly felt but poorly understood, with a showcase of examples that remind us of what is worthy of our awe.” —Steven Pinker, Johnstone Professor of Psychology, Harvard University, and author of How the Mind Works and Rationality
From a foremost expert on the science of emotions, a groundbreaking and essential exploration into the history, science, and greater understanding of awe
Awe is mysterious. How do we begin to quantify the goose bumps we feel when we see the Grand Canyon, or our utter amazement when we watch a child walk for the first time? Until recently, there was no science of awe, that feeling we experience when we encounter vast mysteries that transcend our understanding of the world. Revolutionary thinking, though, has shown how humans have survived over the course of evolution thanks to our capacities to cooperate, form communities, and create culture—all of which are spurred by awe.
In Awe, Dacher Keltner presents a sweeping investigation and deeply personal inquiry into this elusive feeling. Revealing new research alongside an examination of awe across history, culture, and within his own life, Keltner shows us how cultivating awe in our everyday lives leads us to appreciate what is most humane in our human nature. At turns radical and profound, brimming with enlightening and practical insights, Awe is our field guide for how to place this emotion as a vital force within our lives.
Publisher : Penguin Books
Publication date : January 2, 2024
Language : English
Print length : 336 pages
ISBN-10 : 1984879707
ISBN-13 : 978-1984879707
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.4 x 0.7 x 8.2 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #21,839 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #13 in Medical Cognitive Psychology #22 in Emotional Mental Health #29 in Cognitive Psychology (Books)
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Customers say
Customers find this book inspiring, with one noting how it helps understand emotions, and appreciate its captivating stories and scientific approach to the emotion of awe. The writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as brilliantly written. They value the book’s beauty and mystery, with one review highlighting its exploration of different aspects of awe. The pacing resonates with humanity, with one customer noting its compassionate tone. The author’s writing style receives mixed reactions from customers.
