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That's Disgusting: Unraveling the Mysteries of Repulsion
That's Disgusting Unraveling the Mysteries of Repulsion
Author: Rachel Herz
?A lively look at all things revolting.??New York TimesWhy do we watch horror movies? What is the best way to persuade someone to quit smoking? Why are we more likely to buy a given item if an attractive person has just touched it? And what on earth is the appeal of competitive eating? — In this lively, colorful new book, Rachel Herz answers thes...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780393344165
ISBN-10: 0393344169
Publication Date: 2/25/2013
Pages: 304
Edition: 1
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Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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In That's Disgusting, Rachel Herz discusses different types of disgusting things and why people find them disgusting in an entertaining and easily-readible manner. Her writing style is similiar to Mary Roach's, but without all the footnotes. This book has some psychology, some biology, and some social science. There is even a quiz included to reveal how easily disgusted you are. This an appealing book about some unappealing topics; highly recommended.


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