Society Behavior

“[A] gorgeous and powerful debut.”—Tommy Orange, The New York Times “The year’s first great novel.”—The Minnesota Star Tribune “A stunning read.”—Khaled Hosseini “Utterly addictive, Good People will have everyone talking.”—Paula Hawkins ONE THE NEW YORKER’S BEST BOOKS...

Nearly every major city in the world has them: hidden underground seduction lairs where men gather to trade the most devastatingly effective techniques ever invented to seduce women. This is not fiction. For two years, bestselling author Neil Strauss lived among these men. Using the pseudonym...

A New York Times technology correspondent presents the dramatic rise and fall of Uber, set against the rapid upheaval in Silicon Valley during the mobile era. Based on hundreds of interviews with current and former Uber employees, along with previously unpublished documents, Super Pumped is a pause-resisting story of ambition and deception, obscene wealth, and bad behavior, that explores how blistering technological and financial innovation culminated in one of the most catastrophic 12-month periods in American corporate history.

A riveting investigation of the myriad ways that parasites control how other creatures - including humans - think, feel, and act. These tiny organisms can live only inside another animal, and, as McAuliffe reveals, they have many evolutionary motives for manipulating their host's behavior. Far more often than appreciated, these puppeteers orchestrate the interplay between predator and prey.

Merchants of Doubt has been praised—and attacked—around the world, for reasons easy to understand. This book tells, with “brutal clarity” (Huffington Post), the disquieting story of how a loose-knit group of high-level scientists and scientific advisers, with deep connections in politics and industry, ran effective campaigns to mislead the public and deny well-established scientific knowledge over four decades.

Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience and social psychology research, an acclaimed author demonstrates how so much of our thinking is informed by false assumptions—making us dangerously mistrustful as a society and needlessly unhappy as individuals. “Move over, truthiness: Todd Rose is here...

In this fascinating book, New Yorker business columnist James Surowiecki explores a deceptively simple idea: Large groups of people are smarter than an elite few, no matter how brilliant–better at solving problems, fostering innovation, coming to wise decisions, even predicting the future...

The nationally recognized, leading authority on choice exposes the surprising truths behind the decisions we make everyday. Every day we make choices. Coke or Pepsi? Save or spend? Stay or go? Whether mundane or life-altering, the choices we make define us and shape our lives. Sheena Iyengar...

Unlock the intricacies of criminal behavior and its profound impact on society with The Sociology of Crime. Dive deep into the multifaceted world of crime, understanding its roots, manifestations, and the societal factors that influence it. Begin your journey with an introduction to the fundamental concepts of crime and society, tracing the historical evolution of criminal activities. Explore the compelling theories of criminal behavior, from biological and psychological perspectives to the significant influence of sociological factors. Delve into the crucial role of family dynamics in ...

A pioneering neuroscientist shares his story of growing up in one of Miami's toughest neighborhoods and how it led him to his groundbreaking work in drug addiction. As a youth, Carl Hart didn't realize the value of school; he studied just enough to stay on the basketball team. At the same time...

Artificial intelligence is often discussed in extremes. Some describe it as a breakthrough that will reshape the world for the better. Others view it as a source of uncertainty and disruption. In reality, the truth may lie somewhere in between. Understanding Artificial Intelligence and Human Decision-Making offers a calm and clear exploration of how AI fits within larger systems of human behavior, information, and decision-making. Instead of focusing on predictions or outcomes, this book examines the patterns and structures that shape how technology develops and how people respond to it. ...

The Mobile Wave argues that the changes brought by mobile computing are so big and widespread that it’s impossible for us to see it all, even though we are all immersed in it. Saylor explains that the current generation of mobile smart phones and tablet computers has set the stage to become the universal computing platform for the world. In the hands of billions of people and accessible anywhere and anytime, mobile computers are poised to become an appendage of the human being and an essential tool for modern life.

“No one in this world, so far as I know, has ever lost money by underestimating the intelligence of the great masses of the plain people.” —H. L. Mencken H. L. Mencken was wrong. In this endlessly fascinating book, New Yorker columnist James Surowiecki explores a deceptively simple idea...

What if the qualities we call divine were never meant to be divine at all. Across cultures, the anointed one has been treated as an exception. A figure set apart. A bearer of coherence, authority, and healing that ordinary humans could admire but never fully embody. This book asks a different question. What if those qualities were always human. Beginning not with theology but with oil, a substance chosen for what it does rather than what it represents, this book traces a forgotten logic. How life sustains itself without force. How healing happens through conditions rather than control. How ...

The Role of the Frontal Lobe in Modern Society explores how the brain—particularly the frontal lobe—shapes planning, organization, morality, and decision-making. Written in clear, non-technical language, the book connects brain function to everyday life, education, politics, and cultural behavior. Designed for readers without a neuroscience background, this book offers a scientific yet practical perspective on how the brain influences our individual and collective lives. This volume is part of the Brain and Society series, a collection that bridges brain science and social reality—...

Shadows of the Occult: An In-Depth Exploration of Cults, Occult, and Their Rituals" Unlock the Hidden World of Cults and Occultic Practices – A Must-Read for Truth Seekers, Scholars, and the Curious Alike! Are you intrigued by the mysterious and secretive world of cults and occult practices? Do you want to understand the rituals, initiation processes, and the psychological power these groups hold over their followers? Discover the dark and enigmatic truths behind the shadows with "Shadows of the Occult: An In-Depth Exploration of Cults, Occult, and Their Rituals." Why This Book is a Must-...

Why do societies proclaim lofty values yet act in ways that betray them? Why does hypocrisy not only survive across centuries but seem to thrive as a structural feature of human history? In Collective Hypocrisy: How Societies Betray Their Own Values, Hussam Atef Elkhatib, PhD, explores the paradox of virtue and betrayal, power and self-deception, ideals and reality. This philosophical inquiry traces how nations, religions, ideologies, and institutions often wear the mask of morality while practicing its opposite. Drawing on history, politics, psychology, and moral reflection, the book ...

A missing heiress. A terrified horse. And a silence no one wants broken. When elite horse trainer Sofi Reyes receives a desperate call from one of Texas’s wealthiest families, she expects a problem horse—not a vanished girl. Seventeen-year-old Evelyn Monroe, heir to a powerful dynasty, disappeared during a routine trail ride. The sheriff calls it a runaway. The evidence says otherwise. Evelyn’s champion horse was found alone, traumatized beyond reason—and horses don’t lie. As Sofi steps onto the Monroe estate, she finds a world built on money, control, and appearances. A spotless ...

You were born into a system you never designed, yet you defend it as if you built it yourself. Carl Jung argued that what we refuse to face in ourselves eventually controls us from the shadows. Nations are no different. Unexamined fear becomes a lever for those who know how to pull it; shame is weaponized into silence; and groupthink eventually replaces conscience. In this environment, populations mistake the performance of democracy for the reality of freedom. The Shadow of Democracy is not a partisan critique. It doesn't look left or right; it looks underneath. Konrad Graf exposes the ...

In the insightful and engaging book "How to Behave Around the Wealthy" by Jeff Coker, listeners are taken on a comprehensive journey into the exclusive world of high society. This isn't just a guide; it's an enlightening exploration into the nuanced lifestyles, values, and behaviors of the affluent. Whether you're seeking to form personal connections, enhance your professional network, or simply understand the intricacies of interacting with the wealthy, this book offers a treasure trove of wisdom and practical advice.