Summary:
The book explores the unusual aspects of human behavior through a series of experiments and studies, revealing the psychological forces that drive everyday actions. It delves into topics like deception, humor, and the paranormal, offering insights into why people think and act the way they do in seemingly trivial situations.
Key points:
1. Small Details Matter: Wiseman shows that minor actions and daily events can provide deep insights into human behavior.
Books similar to "Quirkology":
What the Dog Saw
Malcolm Gladwell
How Luck Happens
Janice Kaplan|Barnaby Marsh
The Social Animal
David Brooks
Subliminal
Leonard Mlodinow
59 Seconds
Richard Wiseman
Success and Luck
Robert H. Frank
The Illusion of Conscious Will
Daniel M. Wegner
Happy
Derren Brown
The Serendipity Mindset
Christian Busch
The Psychology Book
DK|Joannah Ginsburg|Voula Grand|Merrin Lazyan|Marcus Weeks