How to Speak Science: Gravity, Relativity, and Other Ideas That Were Crazy until Proven Brilliant Bruce Benamran
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Annoying: The Science of What Bugs Us
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It happens everywhere: offices, schools, even your own backyard. And, seemingly, anything can trigger it: cell phones, sirens, bad music, constant distractions, your boss, or even your spouse. We all know certain things get under our skin. Can science explain why?
NPR’s Joe Palca and Flora Lichtman take you on a scientific quest through psychology, evolutionary biology, anthropology, and other disciplines to uncover the truth about being annoyed. Annoying:Gives fascinating, surprising explanations for why people react the way they do to everything from chili peppers to fingernails on a blackboardExplains why irrational behavior (like tearing your hair out in traffic) is connected to worthwhile behavior (like staying on task)Includes tips for identifying your own irritating habits!With fascinating insights and fun explanations, Annoying is anything but.
© 2011 HighBridge Audio (Audiobook): 9781611744897
© 2011 Trade Paper Press (Ebook): 9781118028117
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Audiobook: 29 April 2011
Ebook: 25 March 2011
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