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Whistling Vivaldi

How Stereotypes Affect Us and What We Can Do
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Whistling Vivaldi by Claude M. Steele delves into the concept of stereotype threat and its impact on individuals' performance and behaviour. Offering insights from Steele's research, the book illustrates how societal stereotypes can hinder performance and influence self-perception. Steele also provides strategies for mitigating the impact of these stereotypes, aiming to foster personal development and self-awareness.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by how social forces shape our identity and behaviour. It offers insightful exploration into the concept of stereotype threat and how it affects various aspects of our lives, revealing the hidden forces that undermine our confidence and potential. This engaging read is particularly appealing if you are interested in psychology or personal development and want to understand and overcome the subtle barriers to personal and professional success.

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The acclaimed social psychologist offers an insider’s look at his research and groundbreaking findings on stereotypes and identity.

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Whistling Vivaldi by Claude M. Steele, who has been called "one of the few great social psychologists," offers a vivid first-person account of the research that supports his groundbreaking conclusions on stereotypes and identity.

He sheds new light on American social phenomena from racial and gender gaps in test scores to the belief in the superior athletic prowess of black men, and lays out a plan for mitigating these "stereotype threats" and reshaping American identities.

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Whistling Vivaldi by Claude M. Steele is praised for its insightful exploration of the influence of race on societal dynamics, despite widespread condemnation of racial discrimination. Reviewers highlight the book's compelling analysis of identity threats and their psychological impact, describing it as a profound and engaging intellectual journey. The book is noted for challenging readers while offering a deeper understanding of identity-related issues.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780393339727

Publisher: WW Norton & Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 May 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: WW Norton & Co

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 230g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Claude M. Steele is an American social psychologist and the Lucie Stern Professor in the Social Sciences, Emeritus, at Stanford University. The author of Whistling Vivaldi, he is a member the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the American Philosophical Society. He lives in California.

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