“Our inherited legacy of adaptatios is literally precious. Even the poorest parents give their children vast riches, in the form of senses, emotions, and mental faculties that have been optimized through millions of years of product development.”
Quote by Geoffrey Miller
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Spent: Sex, Evolution, and Consumer Behavior
This book delves into the complex relationship between human sexual behavior, evolutionary theory, and the ways in which individuals make purchasing decisions. It examines how evolutionary pressures have shaped our preferences and behaviors in the context of consumption, offering insights into the psychological and biological underpinnings of consumerism. more
Author
Geoffrey Miller
Geoffrey Miller is a renowned psychologist born in 1965. His research focuses on evolutionary psychology and human behavior, particularly in areas such as sex and marriage, and art and aesthetics. Miller's books, 'The Mating Mind' and 'Spent: The Dark Side of the All-Consuming Economy', have had a significant impact worldwide. more
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