{"product_id":"9780143137344","title":"Morbidly Curious: A Scientist Explains Why We Can't Look Away","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\/Contributor(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003eScrivner, Coltan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePenguin Books\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\/7\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003ePaperback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"\"\u003eNEW\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cb\u003e“A fascinating examination of a feature of human nature that all of us have, most of us deplore (at least in others), and few of us understand.”\u003cbr\u003e—Steven Pinker, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eRationality\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eEnlightenment Now\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An entertaining examination of the underlying reasons behind our attraction to the macabre.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe leading expert on the science behind morbid curiosity explains our spooky, gory, and macabre fascinations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes us peek at a car wreck or binge-watch true crime shows late into the night? Why are some of us drawn to horror movies while others shudder at the thought? In \u003ci\u003eMorbidly Curious\u003c\/i\u003e, scientist Coltan Scrivner takes readers on a thrilling journey into the psychology of morbid curiosity, uncovering why we can’t resist the macabre. From grisly serial killers to spine-chilling paranormal stories, Scrivner reveals the psychological forces that compel us to explore our darkest fears—and explains how this proclivity is more than just a quirk. It’s a powerful survival instinct, helping us mentally prepare for real-world threats, all from the safety of our imaginations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlending fascinating insights and cutting-edge research at haunted houses across the world, Scrivner makes a powerful argument for the value of playing with fear and embracing the gruesome. Whether you're a horror fan yourself or just want to better understand the true crime craze, \u003ci\u003eMorbidly Curious\u003c\/i\u003e will open your eyes to the hidden benefits of exploring the dark side of human nature.","brand":"Penguin Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46494959796479,"sku":"9780143137344","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0452\/0886\/2873\/files\/9780143137344_s600x595.jpg?v=1775583092","url":"https:\/\/massivebookshop.com\/products\/9780143137344","provider":"MASSIVE BOOKSHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}