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‘Hugh Mackay is one of this country’s most perceptive social commentators.’ ― Sydney Morning Herald
‘Illuminator of other people’s views ... a reporter of voices. Mackay ... is something of a national treasure.’ ― Canberra Times --This text refers to the paperback edition.
‘Illuminator of other people’s views ... a reporter of voices. Mackay ... is something of a national treasure.’ ― Canberra Times --This text refers to the paperback edition.
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Hugh Mackay is one of this country s most perceptive social commentators. - Sydney Morning Herald Illuminator of other people s views ... a reporter of voices. Mackay ... is something of a national treasure. - Canberra Times
--This text refers to the paperback edition.
From the Publisher
Hugh Mackay is a social researcher and bestselling author. He has a master's degree in moral philosophy and was one of the founders of the St James Ethics Centre. He has been awarded honorary doctorates by five Australian universities and is a Fellow of the Australian Psychological Society. In 2015, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia. He lives in Canberra.
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About the Author
Hugh Mackay is a social researcher and bestselling author. He has a master's degree in moral philosophy and was one of the founders of the St James Ethics Centre. He has been awarded honorary doctorates by five Australian universities and is a Fellow of the Australian Psychological Society. In 2015, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia. He lives in Canberra.
--This text refers to the paperback edition.
Book Description
A book that explains us to ourselves - why we choose to do the things we do
--This text refers to the paperback edition.
Product details
- ASIN : B006FLJVOE
- Publisher : Hachette Australia (8 January 2013)
- Language : English
- File size : 774 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 334 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: 69,907 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Laura Apolo
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I like and agree with many (though not all) of ...
Reviewed in the United States on 3 December 2014Verified Purchase
At times the author gets a bit wordy and 'talks' for much longer on some topics than is needed, however he has a friendly, almost chatty writing style that kept me reading. I like and agree with many (though not all) of his views and reading this book felt rather like a deep and meaningful conversation with an old friend. More importantly, many of the views and ideas are shared from a viewpoint that not only gave me insights into what makes us tick but had me feeling a little more empowered when I faced circumstances where confronting behaviour had previously challenged me. Overall, I found it very insightful and an enjoyable read.
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Robert Voigt
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I have read most of his books & he always gives me a better understanding of our society & of myself
Reviewed in the United States on 19 March 2015Verified Purchase
Mackay really makes you think more intently about human behaviour & the reasons for it. I have read most of his books & he always gives me a better understanding of our society & of myself. The insights I receive help me enormously as I teach others to to be more aware of themselves & the society around them.
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Chris Batt
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Very insightful
Reviewed in the United States on 14 January 2013Verified Purchase
This book was recommended to me and I was not dissapointed. I thought it was insightful and gave lots of practical tips for understanding ourselves and other people. A good read.
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Duncan
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top social science read
Reviewed in the United States on 5 August 2014Verified Purchase
Read this multiple times
Every observation is profound yet simple. He writes with such familiar, friend-like phrases.
It's like your wise uncle telling you how it is.
Every observation is profound yet simple. He writes with such familiar, friend-like phrases.
It's like your wise uncle telling you how it is.
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Process1981
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love this Brain!
Reviewed in the United States on 26 July 2014Verified Purchase
Utmost respect for the Author and this book...... It just resonates on so many levels. A great read. insightful, engaging and raises ones consciousness on what it means to be alive.
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