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"The Adaptive Mind: Evolutionary Psychology and the Generation of Culture" by Jerome Barkow, Leda Cosmides, John Tooby

The Adaptive Mind: Evolutionary Psychology and the Generation of Culture

Pub. Year

1995

Last Ed.

2005

Pages

450

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In 'The Adaptive Mind: Evolutionary Psychology and the Generation of Culture', authors Jerome Barkow, Leda Cosmides, and John Tooby explore how evolutionary processes have influenced human psychology, particularly learning and cultural transmission.

The book is a foundational text in evolutionary psychology, offering insights into how our minds have been shaped to learn and adapt culturally. It is crucial for understanding the biological basis of learning and cultural evolution.