The Book of Human Emotions

Name: The Book of Human Emotions
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781781251300
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An Encyclopedia of Feeling from Anger to Wanderlust

By Tiffany Watt Smith

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The Book of Human Emotions by Tiffany Watt Smith is an exploration into the vast and varied world of human feelings. It delves into different emotions from across the globe, offering insights and cultural contexts to better understand how these emotions influence our daily lives. This fascinating book serves as a guide to recognising and appreciating the complex tapestry of emotions that define the human experience.
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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the richness and variety of human emotions. It explores numerous feelings, both familiar and obscure, offering insights into how emotions shape our experiences and interactions. This may appeal to those interested in deepening their understanding of human psychology and emotional intelligence.

The Book of Human Emotions

Now available in paperback: let Tiffany Watt Smith guide you through the history, politics, art, literature and philosophy of 156 emotions from around the world, from Iktsuarpok to Indignation.

Now available in paperback: let Tiffany Watt Smith guide you through the history, politics, art, literature and philosophy of 156 emotions from around the world, from Iktsuarpok to Indignation

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Is your heart fluttering in anticipation? Is your stomach tight with nerves? Are you falling in love? Feeling a bit miffed? Are you curious (perhaps about this book)? Do you have the heebie-jeebies? Are you antsy with iktsuarpok? Or giddy with d.paysement?

The Book of Human Emotions is a gleeful, thoughtful collection of 156 feelings, both rare and familiar. Each has its own story and reveals the strange forces which shape our rich and varied internal worlds. In reading it, you'll discover feelings you never knew you had (like basorexia, the sudden urge to kiss someone), uncover the secret histories of boredom and confidence, and gain unexpected insights into why we feel the way we do.

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Tiffany Watt Smith's book The Book of Human Emotions is praised for its insightful examination of 156 emotions. Reviews highlight the author's expertise and engaging writing style, describing the essays as both informative and entertaining. The book is noted for its wit and thought-provoking content, encouraging readers to view emotions as more than just neural occurrences.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781781251300

Publisher: Profile Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wellcome Collection

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 192.0mm

Weight: 265g

Pages: 320

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Education & Reference Mindset & Self Help New Year, New You Non-Fiction Personal Development Philosophy & Psychology Self-Help & Personal Development Tiffany Watt Smith

About the Author

Tiffany Watt Smith is research fellow at the QMUL Centre for the History of the Emotions, and was also a 2014 BBC New Generation Thinker. Before beginning her career in academia, she worked as a theatre director for seven years, including stints as Associate Director at the Arcola Theatre and International Associate Director at the Royal Court. She lives in London.

The Book of Human Emotions is published in association with Wellcome Collection, a free visitor destination that explores the connections between medicine, life and art. In 2012, its critically acclaimed programme of events and exhibitions welcomed over 490,000 visitors.

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