Synthesizing thirty years of research, psychologist and science historian Michael Shermer upends the traditional thinking about how humans form beliefs about the world. Simply put, beliefs come first and explanations for beliefs follow. The brain, Shermer argues, is a belief engine. Using sensory data that flow in through the senses, the brain naturally begins to look for and find patterns, and then infuses those patterns with meaning, forming beliefs. Once beliefs are formed the brain begins to look for and find confirmatory evidence in support of those beliefs, accelerating the process of reinforcing them, and round and round the process goes in a positive-feedback loop.
In The Believing Brain, Shermer provides countless real-world examples of how this process operates, from politics, economics, and religion to conspiracy theories, the supernatural, and the paranormal. And ultimately, he demonstrates why science is the best tool ever devised to determine whether or not our beliefs match reality.
Автор: Sherman, Dale Название: Black diamond ISBN: 1894959922 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781894959926 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 15830.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: From street-gang rock n` roll sadists, to swashbuckling superheroes; from kiddie show monsters to serious musicians; and, from glam rock to heavy metal and back again, this book presents the myths and stories for the fans and, non-fans of a band that is over 35 years old. It offers a history of the band from before it was even called `Kiss`.
Автор: Sherman Dale Название: Kiss FAQ: All That`s Left to Know about the Hottest Band in the Land ISBN: 1617130915 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781617130915 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 20890.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Since 1973, KISS has recorded over 20 studio albums; been recognized as an innovator in rock presentations; witnessed a firestorm of rumors and controversies; remained a thorn in critics' sides; and continues to surprise its massive fan-following, the KISS Army, with various career twists and turns. Moreover, many television shows, movies, toys and even comics have kept KISS a bigger-than-life name in entertainment for decades. Yet with all that has been written over the years, there are subjects that fans have never put to rest when it comes to the "hottest band in the land" What were the most significant concerts? Why did Phantom of the Park turn out that way? What were the best - and worst - album covers? How did the comics come about? And what the heck is a deuce? These subjects and more appear in KISS FAQ - showcasing the good, bad, and the weird that has made KISS the legendary ultimate rock-and-roll party band, still going strong after 40 years. Accompanying this entertaining work of solid rock scholarship are dozens of rare images - from posters to live shots and beyond. Also included is a foreword by Bill Starkey, the creator of the original KISS Army.
Автор: Donnell James Название: Atlanta 1864 ISBN: 1472811534 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781472811530 Издательство: Osprey Рейтинг: Цена: 16820.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: On September 3, 1864, Union Major-General William Tecumseh Sherman telegraphed the War Department in Washington, D.C., "Atlanta is ours, and fairly won." This book explores the entire Atlanta campaign, from Sherman`s initial clashes with Joseph E. Johnston`s army of Tennessee to the final Confederate resistance under General John Bell Hood.
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