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Springer - Evolutionary Aesthetics - Psychology Book

Name: Springer - Evolutionary Aesthetics - Psychology Book
Brand: Springer
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Explore the biological foundations of human judgment with Evolutionary Aesthetics by Springer. This book investigates how the distinction between beauty and ugliness functions as a biologically adapted ability to make vital life decisions. By examining the evolutionary roots of aesthetic preference, the text examines why humans react to certain stimuli in specific ways. The content covers a wide range of topics, including natural beauty, sexuality, and landscape preferences. It also extends these theories to artificial beauty, such as art and design. The core hypothesis suggests that beauty presents fitness opportunities, while ugliness signals potential fitness risks. This work develops the adaptive view of aesthetics through theoretical frameworks and numerical data, providing a deep look into the evolutionary psychology behind our sense of taste and visual preference.

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Investigates the biological basis of how humans distinguish between beauty and ugliness as an adaptive survival tool.

Examines the connection between aesthetic judgment and fitness opportunities in both natural and artificial environments.

Covers diverse topics including landscape preferences, human sexuality, and the evolution of art and design.

Develops an adaptive view of aesthetics through theoretical development and numerical evidence.

Provides a deep dive into evolutionary psychology for readers interested in how biological adaptation shapes human perception.

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Brand: Springer
Format: paperback
ASIN: 3642078222
Category: Books > Subjects > Health, Family & Lifestyle > Psychology & Psychiatry > Schools of Thought > Evolutionary Psychology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 10 April 2011
Listed Since: 27 June 2010

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