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D4rkWulf t1_ivo9sr3 wrote

Been wanting to do some research on Neolithic Society on social aspects, relationships, living conditions and distribution of function/work.

Got "Inside the Neolithic Mind" ready to be read as I'm getting through 'Evolution of Desire' by David M. Buss, but I'm always open to other recommendations!

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ImOnlyHereCauseGME t1_ivor0qt wrote

I don’t have any recommendations (sorry) but wanted to ask your opinion on the Evolution of Desire so far, that sounds very interesting and I’m thinking I’ll check it out

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D4rkWulf t1_ivot475 wrote

It has been a very good read so far. The problem with most research papers and books for me is the amount of gibberish that requires half a PHD just to understand, but Buss tells it in a manner that makes it easy to understand. The only downside I'd say is that he uses a lot of extensive examples to showcase the same problem from different angles (which has benefits at times, but can also makes reading slower).

The only thing I'd say before reading it is to be ready to be faced with some uncomfortable truths. He displays a lot of statistical results and conclusions without trying to insert his own opinion. Therefore you have entire sections dedicated to e.g. the practical uses of infidelity. I am yet to read the chapter 'Sexual Conflict' which might be worse, but at least it's honest.

It personally gave a lot of insight in my own behavior, explained the behavior I've observed in some others and clears the fog on some controversial topics regarding attraction between genders.

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ImOnlyHereCauseGME t1_ivp7y54 wrote

Sounds like a fascinating mix of history, anthropology and psychology, I’ll add it to my reading list! Thanks for the suggestion!

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