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The Self Delusion: The Surprising Science of How We Are Connected and Why That Matters
Tom Oliver
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'A thought-provoking and worthwhile read' THE TIMES
'A timely, challenging book' GUARDIAN
'[A] rich, intriguing book' NATURE
WE ARE MUCH MORE CONNECTED TO NATURE AND EACH OTHER THAN WE REALISE . . .
- Most of our 37 trillion cells have such a short lifespan that we are essentially made anew every few weeks
- The molecules forming our bodies have been component parts of countless other organisms, from ancient plants to dinosaurs
- The bacteria, fungi and viruses that make up our bodies influence our moods and even manipulate our behaviour
- Every word and every touch we receive from other people transforms the neural networks in our brain and changes our sense of self
THE SELF DELUSION is an explosive, powerful and inspiring book that brings together overwhelming evidence against the illusion we have of ourselves as independent beings - and explains how understanding our many connections may be the key to a better future.
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Consciousness is one of the greatest of scientific mysteries . . . Fascinating - MAIL ON SUNDAYThe idea of the self as a relatively closed system is a delusion that has often conferred advantage, but is now a dangerous trap. Moving through difficult science with valuable clarity, Oliver tells us why . . . [a] timely, challenging book - GUARDIANAmbitious . . . it has several important messages, many of which need to be more widely understood . . . a thought-provoking and worthwhile read - THE TIMES
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