Robert M. Sapolsky Books
Robert Sapolsky is a professor of biology and neurology at Stanford University, a leading stress researcher and a regular contributor to the magazines Discover and The Sciences. He is also a recipient of the MacArthur Foundation Genius Grant, and is the author of A Primate’s Memoir and The Trouble With Testosterone.
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers
What's Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers about?
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers (1994) vividly explains the biology behind stress and its impact on our lives, functioning as an effective way to deal with immediate problems, while also posing serious health risks in the long run. The author also offers plenty of practical tips on how to keep stress under control.
Who should read Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers?
- Anyone who feels stressed
- People interested in the ways society impacts our stress levels
- Anyone curious about how the mind and the body are interconnected
What's Behave about?
Humans are complex beings, and human behavior doubly so. Every human act is a result of a myriad of factors, from brain chemistry to social conditioning, that have developed over millennia. In Behave (2017), renowned professor Robert Sapolsky takes a journey into the depths of the human condition, demonstrating the reasons behind the best – and worst – of human behavior.
Who should read Behave?
- Anyone interested in behavioral psychology
- Students of neurology or biology
- Curious readers looking to gain a better understanding of their own minds
What's Determined about?
Determined (2023) argues that free will is an illusion – all human behavior stems from biological and cultural factors we don't control. Through scientific research and case studies, it lays out the argument in favor of determinism, and aims to persuade why rejecting the notion of free will might be a positive step.
Who should read Determined?
- Philosophers interested in free will, determinism, and human agency
- Neuroscientists and psychologists studying decision-making
- Anyone curious about what guides human behavior and choices
A Primate's Memoir
What's A Primate's Memoir about?
A Primate's Memoir is a captivating book by Robert M. Sapolsky that takes you on a journey into the world of wild baboons in East Africa. Through his personal experiences and scientific insights, Sapolsky offers a unique perspective on the behavior, social structure, and ecology of these fascinating primates. It's a thought-provoking and entertaining read that will change the way you see our closest relatives in the animal kingdom.
Who should read A Primate's Memoir?
- Those with a fascination for primates and African wildlife
- Readers who enjoy memoirs with a blend of humor and scientific insights
- People interested in the complexities of human and animal behavior