The Social Animal

A Story of How Success Happens

David Brooks

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English

Short Books
01 February 2012

Social interaction; Mathematics & Sciences

David Brooks weaves a vast array of new research into the lives of two fictional characters, revealing a fundamental new understanding of human nature. He outlines a new definition of success, highlighting what economists call non-cognitive skills - those hidden qualities that can't be easily measured, but which lead to happiness and fulfilment.

By: David Brooks
Imprint: Short Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 126mm, Spine: 42mm
Weight: 397g
ISBN: 9781780720371
ISBN 10: 1780720378
Publication Date: 01 February 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

David Brooks has millions of readers worldwide from his New York Times column. His influence has only grown since the publication of his book Bobos In Paradise. In a recent profile, New York magazine called him the essential columnist of our time . He lives with his family in Washington DC.

Reviews for The Social Animal: A Story of How Success Happens

Brooks gets inside the head, explains how the brain works... it's like frieze-framing a novel and discussing the motivation of the characters. It's fascinating... The Evening Standard The book everyone's talking about The Guardian A fascinating study of the unconscious mind and its impact on our lives The Economist At Westminster they should be listening hard The Times