The Mating Mind by Geoffrey Miller
How Sexual Choice Shaped the Evolution of Human Nature
This book delves into the intriguing concept that human intelligence, creativity, and other complex traits evolved primarily as a result of sexual selection rather than mere survival needs. It explores how these traits function as signals of genetic quality to potential mates, akin to a peacock's tail. By examining the interplay between evolutionary biology and psychology, the book offers a fresh perspective on the origins of human nature, suggesting that our mental faculties developed not just for survival, but to attract and choose mates, thereby shaping the course of human evolution.
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- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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