This book helps to bridge the gap between science and literary scholarship. Building on findings in the evolutionary human sciences, the authors construct a model of human nature in order to illuminate the evolved psychology that shapes the organization of characters in nineteenth-century British novels, from Jane Austen to E. M. Forster.

Storytelling, a tradition that built human civilization, may soon destroy itHumans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to storytelling we can no longer ignore. Storytelling, the very tradition that built human civilization, may be the thing that destroys it.In The Story Paradox, ...

Being neutral sounds dull, while in truth it is dynamic and full of strategic planning. It prevents you from getting carried away. By events, emotional appeals or ambition. Life becomes a lot more enjoyable when being impartial suits you. For your career it is a valuable quality and in private life it helps you achieve happiness and harmony. My book ‘Ik voel n/iets voor verandering’ (english translation in progress) and Blogs explain how essential unbiasedness is. Psychologically speaking:...

An English professor begins training in the sport of mixed martial arts and explores the science and history behind the violence of menWhen a mixed martial arts (MMA) gym moves in across the street from his office, Jonathan Gottschall sees a challenge, and an opportunity. Pushing forty, out of shape, and disenchanted with his job as an adjunct English professor, part of him yearns to cross the street and join up. The other part is terrified. Gottschall eventually w...

When a mixed martial arts (MMA) gym moves in across the street from his office, Jonathan Gottschall sees a challenge, and an opportunity. Pushing forty, out of shape, and disenchanted with his job as an adjunct English professor, part of him yearns to cross the street and join up. The other part is terrified. Gottschall eventually works up his nerve, and starts training for a real cage fight. He's fighting not only as a personal test but also to answer questions that have intrigued him for...

Humans live in landscapes of make-believe. We spin fantasies. We devour novels, films, and plays. Even sporting events and criminal trials unfold as narratives. Yet the world of story has long remained an undiscovered and unmapped country. It's easy to say that humans are "wired" for story, but why?In this delightful and original book, Jonathan Gottschall offers the first unified theory of storytelling. He argues that stories help us navigate life's complex social problems—just as ...

This "Migraines and Headaches" is outstanding because of its diverse therapeutical approach and its practical attitude in dealing with this common aggravating affliction. A unique questionnaire helps to trace the real nature of the problems. Each migraine or headache has its own cause. The following causes of headaches/migraines are dealt with: vascular problems, a stressed system, hormonal imbalance, spine and neck afflictions, lowered resistance, infections, metabolic and digestive probl...

Meditation seems easy, however meditating daily is not that easy to do. Experience shows, that after ten minutes most people start feeling restless and there focus is slipping away. That's why these meditations are hardly any longer than ten minutes. Beside that, true mindfulness is discovering which focus point works best for you: your eyes, ears, movement or a combination of these. The meditations are specially designed to help you discover your focus point. And to really strengthen your...

"Insightful...draws from disparate corners of history and science to celebrate our compulsion to storify everything around us."— The New York Times Book ReviewHumans live in landscapes of make-believe. We spin fantasies. We devour novels, films, and plays. Even sporting events and criminal trials unfold as narratives. Yet the world of story has remained an undiscovered and unmapped country. It's easy to say that humans are "wired" for story, but why

Storytelling, a tradition that built human civilization, may soon destroy itHumans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to storytelling we can no longer ignore. Storytelling, the very tradition that built human civilization, may be the thing that destroys it.In The Story Paradox, ...

Every human body has an incredible capacity to regenerate itself. It is capable of tremendous physical achievements. Just how much show top sportsmen, Eastern martial artists and ballet dancers. Yoga has known this for centuries. Yet anyone can learn to use it to help themselves. It is through the Hara Chakra that this so-called extra ability to strengthen immunity and regeneration is activated. There is nothing magical about doing this, it is simply about focusing, imagining and knowing h...

Introduction When professional actresses entered upon the English stage for the first time in 1660, their appearance marked a profound change in theatrical activity in Restoration England under Charles II. During the Protectorate (1642-1660), Charles II and his court had been in France and when they returned, French influence was brought onto the theatre stage. One of these influences was the introduction of actresses. Although women had already been acting before the Interregnum, they had...