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  • Why Smart People Do Stupid Things
  • Written by: Laurence Gonzales
  • Narrated by: Kevin T. Collins
  • Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins
  • 3.9 out of 5 stars (17 ratings)

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Publisher's Summary

Laurence Gonzales turns his talent for gripping narrative, knowledge of the way our minds and bodies work, and bottomless curiosity about the world to the topic of how we can best use the lessons of our evolutionary history to overcome the hazards of everyday life. 

He finds that natural laws profoundly affect our actions, and he reveals the hidden causes and costs of our behavior, whether as individuals or as a species, whose decisions may be leading to darker times. 

Whether you are climbing a mountain or the corporate ladder, Everyday Survival will change the way you view your choices in our complex, dangerous, and quickly changing world. 

©2008 Laurence Gonzales (P)2008 BBC Audio

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Interesting premise, big rabbit trail to follow

the first part of the book is interesting and related to everyday survival, but it quickly delves into philosophical and deep scientific discourses that are only vaguely related to the idea that the title and beginning of the book are discussing.

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knowledge and experience

Gonzales does another fantadtic job of presenting truth that will change peoples lives. i really enjoy his work and recommend you listen.

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Incredible!

I think I found my new favorite author. Another great book by Laurence Gonzales

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