Paul Ekman Books
Paul Ekman is a consulting psychology expert for police departments and security offices. He’s also helped Pixar Studios bring animated characters to life by availing them of his expertise on emotions and how they’re revealed through facial expression.
Emotions Revealed
What's Emotions Revealed about?
Emotions Revealed (2003) puts emotions under the microscope, revealing where they come from and how to recognize them, whether they’re yours or someone else’s. If you’ve ever wanted to know if someone was being dishonest or trying to deceive you with a friendly smile, these are the blinks for you!
Who should read Emotions Revealed?
- Law enforcement officers who need to recognize the emotions of criminals and victims
- Therapists and psychologists who want to help patients cope with their emotions
- Empathetic people who want to connect more effectively with others
Unmasking the Face
What's Unmasking the Face about?
Unmasking the Face (2003) is an illuminating read about the subtleties of facial expressions. From the dynamics of surprise, fear, anger and happiness, to the eight styles of facial expression, these blinks shed light onto the complexity of an everyday skill that deserves more attention: reading other people’s emotions.
Who should read Unmasking the Face?
- Readers interested in the psychology of social interaction
- Professionals who deal with displays of emotion on a daily basis
- People who want to gain insight into how they’re perceived by others