No Two Alike
No Two Alike
Judith Rich Harris
Mark Manson
Excellent and eye opening. - Mark Manson
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No Two Alike

No Two Alike: Human Nature and Human Individuality

Judith Rich Harris
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Judith Rich Harris
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In the groundbreaking exploration "No Two Alike," Judith Rich Harris embarks on a quest to unravel the enigma of human uniqueness. With a blend of scientific rigor and a bold spirit of inquiry, Harris delves into the depths of personality differences that persist even among identical twins raised under the same roof. Through the lens of evolutionary psychology, she crafts a compelling narrative that challenges conventional wisdom, proposing innovative theories on how and why each individual's persona is a tapestry of unparalleled complexity. Harris's work is not just an academic endeavor; it is a journey that illuminates the intricate interplay of genetic, environmental, and psychological factors shaping our identities. Supported by twelve illustrative examples, "No Two Alike" stands as a testament to the diversity of the human spirit. It is a book that not only answers the age-old question of what makes us unique but also celebrates the scientific courage and imagination required to approach such a profound topic.

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Released
2006
1 Jan
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344
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Excellent and eye opening. - Mark Manson
Someone who thinks up a new theory is the last person who should be trusted with the job of testing it. A new theory should be tested by independent researchers who aren’t cronies of the theorist and who don’t have an axe to grind. It’s division of labor again: proposing theories and doing research to test them are jobs that should be carried out by different entities.“A good theory should go in advance of the evidence,” the evolutionary psychologist Geoffrey Miller said in a recent interview. “It should stick its neck out and say, this is how I think the world is, and leave it to other people to test it.”Making a virtue of necessity, I will leave it to other people to test my theory.
— Judith Rich Harris, No Two Alike

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