The Psychology of Secrets: My Adventures with Murderers, Cults and Influencers b

Description: The Psychology of Secrets by Andrew Gold A gripping, wide-ranging exploration of secret-keeping – why we do it, why secrets fascinate us and why we confess – as told through the stories and observations of some of the worlds most bizarre and extraordinary characters. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Andrew Gold is the new Jon Ronson. Smart, funny, brave and deeply thoughtful, The Psychology of Secrets is an absolute must read - Will Storr, bestselling author of The Status Game and The Science of StorytellingCult leaders, murderers, psychopaths - and you. Take a deep dive into the bizarre psychology of secrecy with Andrew Gold, award-winning investigative journalist and host of Heretics.We all keep secrets. 97 per cent of us are hiding a secret right now, and on average we each hold thirteen at any one time. Theres a one-in-two chance that those secrets involve a breach of trust, a lie or a financial impropriety. They are the stuff of gossip, of novels and of classic dramas; secrets form a major part of our hidden inner lives.Andrew Gold knows this better than anyone. As a public figure, he has found himself the unwitting recipient of hundreds of strangers most private revelations. This set him on a journey to understand this critical part of our societies and lives. Why do we keep secrets? Why are we fascinated by those of others? What happens to our mind when we confess?Drawing from psychology, history, social science, philosophy and personal interviews, The Psychology of Secrets is a rollicking journey through the history of secrecy.--Andrew Gold is - but should not be - one of our cultures best kept secrets. He is a truly edgy journalist, broadcaster and writer - David Baddiel, bestselling author of The God Desire Author Biography Andrew Gold is an investigative journalist, podcaster and filmmaker who has made and presented documentaries for the BBC and HBO. He presents the popular podcast On the Edge with Andrew Gold, where he has interviewed Richard Dawkins, Jon Ronson and David Baddiel amongst many others. His documentary on exorcism won several international festival awards and his research in Germany won a prestigious Whicker Award in 2021. The Psychology of Secrets is his first book. Review Andrew Gold is the new Jon Ronson. Smart, funny, brave and deeply thoughtful, The Psychology of Secrets is an absolute must read -- Will Storr, bestselling author of The Status Game and The Science of StorytellingAndrew Gold is - but should not be - one of our cultures best kept secrets. He is a truly edgy journalist, broadcaster and writer -- David Baddiel, bestselling author of The God Desire Promotional A gripping, comprehensive examination of secret-keeping - why we do it, why secrets fascinate us and why we confess - as told through the stories and observations of some of the worlds most bizarre and extraordinary characters. Details ISBN1035002590 Author Andrew Gold Audience Age 18 Publisher Pan Macmillan Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781035002597 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2024-04-11 Imprint Macmillan Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Audience General UK Release Date 2024-04-11 Language English ISBN-10 1035002590 Pages 336 Subtitle My Adventures with Murderers, Cults and Influencers DEWEY 302 AU Release Date 2024-10-28 NZ Release Date 2024-10-28 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168392131;

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