The Puzzle Instinct: The Meaning of Puzzles in Human Life
Danesi, Marcel
ISBN 10: 0253217083 ISBN 13: 9780253217080
Published by Indiana University Press, 2004
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Synopsis:
"Humans are the only animals who create and solve puzzles―for the sheer pleasure of it―and there is no obvious genetic reason why we would do this. Marcel Danesi explores the psychology of puzzles and puzzling, with scores of classic examples. His pioneering book is both entertaining and enlightening." ―Will Shortz, Crossword Editor, The New York Times
". . . Puzzle fanatics will enjoy the many riddles, illusions, cryptograms and other mind-benders offered for analysis." ―Psychology Today
". . . a bristlingly clear . . . always intriguing survey of the history and rationale of puzzles. . . . [A] splendid study. . . ." ―Knight Ridder Newspapers
About the Author:
Marcel Danesi is Professor of Semiotics and Anthropology at the University of Toronto and Director of the Program in Semiotics and Communication Theory. His books include Increase Your Puzzle IQ and Of Cigarettes, High Heels, and Other Interesting Things: An Introduction to Semiotics. He lives in Toronto.
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Title: The Puzzle Instinct: The Meaning of Puzzles ...
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: very_good