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The Power of Strangers

The Benefits of Connecting in a Suspicious World
Summary:

The book explores the social and psychological benefits of talking to strangers, delving into historical practices, evolutionary biology, and contemporary social science to understand how these interactions can enhance empathy, happiness, and trust in society. It provides insights and practical advice on how to engage with unfamiliar people in a world that often encourages isolation and suspicion.

Key points:

1. Strangers and Evolution: Keohane shows how dealing with strangers helped shape human social skills and trust-building.

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