Behave: The Biology of Humans at Our Best and Worst

Robert Sapolsky provides a monumental examination of human behavior, seeking to explain why we do the things we do. He traces the causes of an action from the seconds before it happens back through millions of years of evolution. By synthesizing neurobiology, endocrinology, and genetics, Sapolsky explores the roots of tribalism, xenophobia, and altruism. It is a profound and witty investigation into the biological factors that drive our most noble and most destructive impulses, offering deep insights into the human condition.

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