Summaries of books by Edward Slingerland:
Drunk
How We Sipped, Danced, and Stumbled Our Way to Civilization
Edward Slingerland
The book explores the role of alcohol in human history, arguing that intoxication has played a crucial part in the development of civilization by fostering creativity, social bonding, and trust. It delves into various cultural and scientific perspectives to illustrate how drinking has been integral to rituals, innovation, and the formation of societies throughout time.
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Trying Not to Try
Ancient China, Modern Science, and the Power of Spontaneity
Edward Slingerland
The book explores the Chinese concept of wu-wei, or effortless action, through the lens of both ancient philosophy and modern cognitive science. It examines how the teachings of Confucianism, Daoism, and other schools of thought can inform contemporary life and help individuals achieve a state of natural, spontaneous flow.
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