It’s an absolute pleasure to see Lydia Denworth do it justice in this lovely, insightful, and important book. The power of friendship-in many ways the most essential of our relationships-has long been underestimated. Departments of Psychology and Biology, University of Pennsylvania. lively, accessible look at what makes the universal bond so essential. Convergent evidence from many species reveals the evolutionary origins of human. Hopeful.… Denworth blends her reportage with occasional asides about her friendships.… useful reminder that each friendship is different, perhaps impossible for any scientist to parse completely. In the field of evolutionary biology, Terrells riveting chapter The Wizard of Down House examines in some detail Darwins research his methodology and. my top picks for books that have the potential to have a lasting impact on your thoughts and actions. Jessica Lahey, author of The Gift of Failure Kathryn Bowers - New York Times Book ReviewĪ mind-blowing book about the science and power of friendship.įriendship is one of my favorite books of the year it delivers that rare combination of storytelling, research, and affirmation that friendships should be nurtured and treasured. What else are friends for?Ī fascinating deep dive into the societal, emotional, and health benefits of our everyday relationships.Įxploring friendship’s opposite-loneliness-throws the topic into poignant relief.… nformative. Has a solid command of the complex material before her and a seemingly effortless ability to make it not just digestible but engaging.… sticks to the science, calmly telling us the truth no matter what we think we need to hear.
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