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How Traditions Live and Die

About How Traditions Live and Die

This book brings together cognitive science and quantitative cultural history to look into the causes of cultural survival. Instead of blind and faithful imitation, it explores the appeal of traditions evolved to fit cognitive biases. This is both an introduction and an alternative to contemporary theories of cultural evolution.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780190210496
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 320
  • Published:
  • January 6, 2016
  • Dimensions:
  • 239x163x25 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 658 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 14, 2024

Description of How Traditions Live and Die

This book brings together cognitive science and quantitative cultural history to look into the causes of cultural survival. Instead of blind and faithful imitation, it explores the appeal of traditions evolved to fit cognitive biases. This is both an introduction and an alternative to contemporary theories of cultural evolution.

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